Senior Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails – SEO) at Scribd

Title: Senior Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails – SEO)
Location: Remote US, Canada
Type: Full-Time
Workplace: remote
Category: Frontend Applications Engineering
Remote US Canada
Engineering – Frontend Applications Engineering
Full-Time
Remote
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Job Description:
At Scribd (pronounced “scribbed”), our mission is to spark human curiosity. Join our team as we create a world of stories and knowledge, democratize the exchange of ideas and information, and empower collective expertise through our three products: Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare.
We support a culture where our employees can be real and be bold; where we debate and commit as we embrace plot twists; and where every employee is empowered to take action as we prioritize the customer.
Our flexible work benefit – Scribd Flex – enables employees, in partnership with their manager, to choose the daily work-style that best suits their individual needs. As an organization, we prioritize collaboration and intentional in-person moments to build culture and connection. For this reason, occasional in-person attendance is required for all Scribd employees, regardless of their location.
About the team and role
The SEO team is responsible for driving organic traffic growth through technical excellence and innovation. We work on complex backend systems that require careful consideration of performance, scalability, and maintainability. Our team values collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
About the role
We are seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer to join our SEO team. In this role, you will build, scale, and maintain backend systems using Ruby on Rails. As a Senior Engineer, you will have a significant impact on our technical infrastructure, ensuring our systems are robust, performant, and maintainable. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions that drive our SEO initiatives forward.
What we are looking for

 
A passionate engineer who takes pride in writing clean, maintainable code
 
Someone who enjoys tackling complex backend challenges while maintaining high quality standards
 
A team player who is enthusiastic about building and improving development processes
 
An individual who values continuous learning and stays current with technology trends
 
Someone who can balance technical excellence with practical solutions

Requirements (Must have)

 
5+ years of professional software development experience
 
Strong proficiency in Ruby on Rails framework and its ecosystem
 
Working knowledge of JavaScript
 
Strong understanding of database systems (both SQL and NoSQL) and ability to make informed decisions about database architecture
 
Experience writing comprehensive test suites (unit, integration, and end-to-end)
 
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
 
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Technical Skills

 
Primary: Ruby on Rails
 
Secondary: JavaScript, ReactJS
 
Databases: SQL, NoSQLTesting: RSpec, Minitest, or similar testing frameworks
 
Version Control: Git or similar version control workflows
 
API Development: RESTful APIs

Nice to have

 
Experience with various Rails templating engines (Phlex, Fortitude, etc.)Familiarity with ReactJS, NextJS, and Node
 
Familiarity with AWS services, particularly S3
 
Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins
 
Knowledge of workflow management tools like Airflow

At Scribd, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and is determined within a range. Our pay ranges are based on the local cost of labor benchmarks for each specific role, level, and geographic location. San Francisco is our highest geographic market in the United States. In the state of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $143,000 [minimum salary in our lowest geographic market within California] to $231,000 [maximum salary in our highest geographic market within California].
In the United States, outside of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $117,500 [minimum salary in our lowest US geographic market outside of California] to $219,500 [maximum salary in our highest US geographic market outside of California].
In Canada, the reasonably expected salary range is between $147,500 CAD[minimum salary in our lowest geographic market] to $219,000 CAD[maximum salary in our highest geographic market].
We carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including but not limited to experience; job-related skill sets; relevant education or training; and other business and organizational needs. The salary range listed is for the level at which this job has been scoped. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for a competitive equity ownership, and a comprehensive and generous benefits package.
Benefits, Perks, and Wellbeing at Scribd
*Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Scribd and the geographical location where you work.
. Healthcare Insurance Coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision): 100% paid for employees
. 12 weeks paid parental leave
. Short-term/long-term disability plans
. 401k/RSP matching
. Tuition Reimbursement
. Learning & Development programs
. Quarterly stipend for Wellness, Connectivity & Comfort
. Mental Health support & resources
. Free subscription to Scribd + gift memberships for friends & family
. Referral Bonuses
. Book Benefit
. Sabbaticals
. Company wide events
. Team engagement budgets
. Vacation & Personal Days
. Paid Holidays (+ winter break)
. Flexible Sick Time
. Volunteer Day
. Company-wide Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion programs
Want to learn more about life at Scribd? www.linkedin.com/company/scribd/life
We want our interview process to be accessible to everyone. You can inform us of any reasonable adjustments we can make to better accommodate your needs by emailing accommodations [@] scribd.com about the need for adjustments at any point in the interview process.
Scribd is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, and believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas. Come join us in building something meaningful.
Remote employees must have their primary residence in: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, DC, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Ontario (Canada), British Columbia (Canada), or Mexico.
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