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.
When it comes to workplace structure, we believe in balancing individual flexibility and community connections. It’s through our flexible work benefit, Scribd Flex, that employees – in partnership with their manager – can choose the daily work-style that best suits their individual needs. A key tenet of Scribd Flex is our prioritization of intentional in-person moments to build collaboration, culture, and connection. For this reason, occasional in-person attendance is required for all Scribd employees, regardless of their location.
So what are we looking for in new team members? Well, we hire for “GRIT”. The textbook definition of GRIT is demonstrating the intersection of passion and perseverance towards long term goals. At Scribd, we are inspired by the potential that this can unlock, and ask each of our employees to pursue a GRIT-ty approach to their work. In a tactical sense, GRIT is also a handy acronym that outlines the standards we hold ourselves and each other to. Here’s what that means for you: we’re looking for someone who showcases the ability to set and achieve Goals, achieve Results within their job responsibilities, contribute Innovative ideas and solutions, and positively influence the broader Team through collaboration and attitude.
More about Scribd, Inc and the Scribd Core Team
Scribd, Inc. is a multinational technology company focused on the written and spoken word across three products: Everand, Scribd, and SlideShare. We deliver knowledge, information, and inspiration to billions of people worldwide through a vast library of content, including 200 million documents, 25 million presentations, and 13 million books, audiobooks, podcasts, and magazines.
Scribd.com is a globally recognized platform where users can upload, share, and access a vast array of documents and written content. From academic research to business resources, and everything in between, Scribd is an open space for individuals to contribute their knowledge and discover new perspectives. With hundreds of millions of documents covering diverse topics, Scribd.com empowers its users to share unique insights and find relevant information at their fingertips.
About the role
As the Senior Engineering Manager of the Scribd Core Team, you’ll lead the primarily front-end team responsible for Scribd’s core web experience. This team is at the center of how users engage with our platform, leveraging work from multiple product and engineering teams across the company. You’ll bring technical leadership and strategic oversight to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience for our users while driving forward key initiatives in growth, subscriber engagement, and ads monetization.
As the Senior Engineering Manager for the Core Scribd Team, you will:
- Lead and grow a talented front-end engineering team, ensuring high performance and technical excellence in delivering user-centered experiences.
- Manage the complexity of a team that serves as a key integration point for multiple cross-functional initiatives across Scribd’s largest product.
- Partner closely with Product Management, Design, Marketing, and other engineering disciplines, including AI/ML and Infrastructure, to define the roadmap and drive alignment across teams.
- Play a pivotal role in maturing our adtech capabilities, working to bring select ad technology in-house and refine our advertising strategies.
- Foster a culture of operational excellence, improving code quality, testing practices, and overall site performance to support scalable growth.
We’re looking for someone with:
- 4+ years of engineering management experience, with a track record of leading high-impact front-end teams.
- Experience leading teams responsible for high-traffic, consumer-facing web applications, with a strong focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Expertise in front-end web development, particularly with React; additional experience with Ruby on Rails and/or GraphQL is a plus.
- A strong ability to lead through influence, managing cross-team complexity beyond direct reports.
- A data-informed mindset, using metrics to drive decision-making and ensure product and technical success.
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 $167,000 [minimum salary in our lowest geographic market within California] to $261,000 [maximum salary in our highest geographic market within California].
In the United States, outside of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $138,000 [minimum salary in our lowest US geographic market outside of California] to $257,000 [maximum salary in our highest US geographic market outside of California].
In Canada, the reasonably expected salary range is between $173,500 CAD[minimum salary in our lowest geographic market] to $256,750 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
• Onboarding stipend for home office peripherals + accessories
• 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 Employee Resource Groups & DE&I Programs
Want to learn more about life at Scribd? www.linkedin.com/company/scribd/life
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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.
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