Scribd
Overview
Senior Frontend Software Engineer to join the Growth Subscription & Retention team at Scribd, Inc. This role leads the design and development of intuitive, performant, and scalable user interfaces powering signup, subscription, and retention experiences. You will influence frontend direction, establish best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality solutions. About The Company
At Scribd (pronounced scribbed), our mission is to spark human curiosity. We democratize the exchange of ideas and information across our products: Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare. Scribd emphasizes GRIT: Goals, Results, Innovation, and Team collaboration. Scribd Flex supports a balance of flexibility and in-person collaboration, with occasional in-person attendance required for all employees. Responsibilities
Lead design and development of frontend interfaces for signup, subscription, and retention experiences. Define and promote frontend engineering best practices, including testing, performance optimization, and maintainable design systems. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality solutions and influence technical direction. Contribute to architecture decisions and champion code quality and maintainability. What Were Looking For
Frontend Expert: deep knowledge of modern frontend technologies, patterns, and practices. Technical Leader: guides architecture and sets high standards for code quality. Customer-Focused: designs intuitive experiences impacting subscription and retention. Collaborator: effective communication across teams and disciplines. Continuous Learner: stays current with industry trends and applies them thoughtfully. Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional frontend software development experience. Strong proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks (React preferred). Experience building and scaling large-scale, consumer-facing web applications. Strong understanding of frontend performance, accessibility, and responsive design. Experience with frontend testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, or similar). Familiarity with backend integration (RESTful APIs, GraphQL a plus). Excellent problem-solving, architectural design, and communication skills. Technical Skills
Primary: ReactJS, JavaScript/TypeScript Secondary: Next.js, CSS-in-JS or modern styling frameworks Testing: Jest, Cypress (or similar) Version Control: Git Tooling: Webpack, Babel, or modern build systems API Integration: RESTful APIs (GraphQL nice to have) Nice to Have
Experience with subscription flows, billing, or retention-related UIs. Familiarity with design systems and component libraries. Exposure to backend technologies (Ruby on Rails, Node). Knowledge of Growth Engineering domains (signup optimization, user lifecycle engagement). Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows. Compensation and Benefits
Base pay ranges are determined by location and level. California: $146,000 $227,500; US (outside CA): $120,000 $216,500; Canada: CAD 152,500 CAD 202,000. In addition, a competitive equity offering and benefits package apply. Fully paid healthcare (medical/dental/vision) for employees, parental leave, disability plans, 401k/RSP matching, stipends, learning allowances, wellness stipends, mental health resources, and more. Location and Eligibility
Employees must have primary residence in or near listed metro areas in the US, Canada, or Mexico as specified by Scribd. See posting for details. Equal Opportunity
Scribd is an equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Frontend Software Engineer to join the Growth Subscription & Retention team at Scribd, Inc. This role leads the design and development of intuitive, performant, and scalable user interfaces powering signup, subscription, and retention experiences. You will influence frontend direction, establish best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality solutions. About The Company
At Scribd (pronounced scribbed), our mission is to spark human curiosity. We democratize the exchange of ideas and information across our products: Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare. Scribd emphasizes GRIT: Goals, Results, Innovation, and Team collaboration. Scribd Flex supports a balance of flexibility and in-person collaboration, with occasional in-person attendance required for all employees. Responsibilities
Lead design and development of frontend interfaces for signup, subscription, and retention experiences. Define and promote frontend engineering best practices, including testing, performance optimization, and maintainable design systems. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality solutions and influence technical direction. Contribute to architecture decisions and champion code quality and maintainability. What Were Looking For
Frontend Expert: deep knowledge of modern frontend technologies, patterns, and practices. Technical Leader: guides architecture and sets high standards for code quality. Customer-Focused: designs intuitive experiences impacting subscription and retention. Collaborator: effective communication across teams and disciplines. Continuous Learner: stays current with industry trends and applies them thoughtfully. Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional frontend software development experience. Strong proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks (React preferred). Experience building and scaling large-scale, consumer-facing web applications. Strong understanding of frontend performance, accessibility, and responsive design. Experience with frontend testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, or similar). Familiarity with backend integration (RESTful APIs, GraphQL a plus). Excellent problem-solving, architectural design, and communication skills. Technical Skills
Primary: ReactJS, JavaScript/TypeScript Secondary: Next.js, CSS-in-JS or modern styling frameworks Testing: Jest, Cypress (or similar) Version Control: Git Tooling: Webpack, Babel, or modern build systems API Integration: RESTful APIs (GraphQL nice to have) Nice to Have
Experience with subscription flows, billing, or retention-related UIs. Familiarity with design systems and component libraries. Exposure to backend technologies (Ruby on Rails, Node). Knowledge of Growth Engineering domains (signup optimization, user lifecycle engagement). Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows. Compensation and Benefits
Base pay ranges are determined by location and level. California: $146,000 $227,500; US (outside CA): $120,000 $216,500; Canada: CAD 152,500 CAD 202,000. In addition, a competitive equity offering and benefits package apply. Fully paid healthcare (medical/dental/vision) for employees, parental leave, disability plans, 401k/RSP matching, stipends, learning allowances, wellness stipends, mental health resources, and more. Location and Eligibility
Employees must have primary residence in or near listed metro areas in the US, Canada, or Mexico as specified by Scribd. See posting for details. Equal Opportunity
Scribd is an equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr