Staff Fullstack Engineer - Growth Platform

Scribd, Inc.; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 171,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital media company located in Ottawa is seeking a Staff Fullstack Engineer to lead technical architecture across Growth Platform initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in full-stack engineering with strong technical leadership skills. The role focuses on building systems that drive company-wide growth and creativity within a collaborative environment. Offering competitive salary based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Healthcare Insurance Coverage

12 weeks paid parental leave

Short-term / long-term disability plans

401k / RSP matching

Learning & Development programs

Flexible Sick Time

Free subscription to Scribd's products

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in full-stack engineering.
• Strong technical leadership with architecting scalable platforms.
• Deep familiarity with marketing tools and data systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical architecture for Growth Platform initiatives.
• Integrate third-party platforms for seamless experiences.
• Build systems supporting campaign launches and messaging.

Skills

Full-stack engineering

Marketing technology

Data tools

Collaboration

Technical leadership

A/B testing

Backend development

Frontend development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Next.js

TypeScript

Ruby on Rails

GraphQL

REST APIs

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Staff Fullstack Engineer - Growth Platform role at Scribd, Inc.

About The Company : 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 G oals, achieve R esults within their job responsibilities, contribute I nnovative ideas and solutions, and positively influence the broader T eam through collaboration and attitude.

About The Team : The Growth Platform team at Scribd empowers marketers, lifecycle teams, and partner channels by delivering MarTech solutions that drive efficiency, data-informed decisions, and scalable user acquisition across our brands: Scribd, Everand, SlideShare & Fable. Our focus areas include campaign and landing page support, tracking and attribution systems, and third-party integrations for cross-channel marketing and analytics.

We're looking for a Staff Engineer who thrives at the intersection of infrastructure, marketing technology, and full-stack development. Someone who’s passionate about building systems that amplify the effectiveness of multiple teams and drive company-wide growth.

What You’ll Do

• Lead technical architecture and implementation across Growth Platform initiatives, including campaign infrastructure, templated landing page generation, and attribution tracking systems.
• Evaluate, design, and integrate third-party platforms (e.g., analytics, attribution, campaign managers, CMS, CRM) to ensure seamless experiences for internal users and measurable growth outcomes.
• Build full-stack systems that support campaign launches, lifecycle messaging, personalization engines, and embedded marketing tools.
• Collaborate with marketers, data scientists, product managers, and engineers across the Growth Pillar to develop high-leverage, self-service tools and data activation workflows.
• Drive the vision and roadmap for MarTech integrations by identifying gaps, proposing creative solutions, and executing with a bias toward automation and scalability.
• Mentor engineers across the organization in platform thinking, technical design, and delivery excellence.
• Play a key role in vendor selection, proof of concept, and decision-making frameworks for scalable marketing technology investments.

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Has 8+ years of experience in full-stack engineering, ideally with exposure to growth, marketing tech, or analytics platforms.
• Brings strong technical leadership with a demonstrated track record of architecting scalable internal platforms or infrastructure used across multiple product teams.
• Possesses deep familiarity with marketing and data tools such as customer engagement platforms (e.g., Iterable), attribution systems, CDPs, CMSs, or tracking SDKs.
• Has hands-on experience with evaluating and integrating third-party APIs or SaaS platforms, with a critical eye toward long-term maintainability and security.
• Is skilled in both backend and frontend development (Next.js, TypeScript, Ruby on Rails, GraphQL and REST APIs, data pipelines).
• Has a strong understanding of experimentation, A/B testing, personalization systems, and the MarTech landscape.
• Communicates clearly and frequently with cross-functional partners, influencing through technical depth and collaborative decision-making.
• Values craftsmanship, autonomy, and empathy while writing maintainable, thoughtful code and enabling others to succeed.

It’s a Plus If You

• Have worked in a Growth Engineering or Growth Platform team at a product-led company.
• Have led or contributed to CMS build-outs or internal platform tools supporting campaign launches or embedded messaging.
• Have experience with automated data ingest, referral systems, or promotional tooling.
• Are comfortable managing projects that balance marketing velocity with long-term technical investments.

Compensation and Benefits

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 California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $164,500 to $256,000. In the United States, outside of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $135,000 to $243,500. In Canada, the reasonably expected salary range is between $171,500 CAD to $227,500 CAD. 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.

Working at Scribd

Are you currently based in a location where Scribd is able to employ you? Employees must have their primary residence in or near one of the following cities, including surrounding metro areas or locations within a typical commuting distance:

• United States
• Atlanta
• Austin
• Boston
• Dallas
• Denver
• Chicago
• Houston
• Jacksonville
• Los Angeles
• Miami
• New York City
• Phoenix
• Portland
• Sacramento
• Salt Lake City
• San Diego
• San Francisco
• Seattle
• Washington D.C.
• Canada
• Ottawa
• Toronto
• Vancouver
• Mexico
• Mexico City

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
• Learning & Development allowance
• Learning & Development programs
• Quarterly stipend for Wellness, WiFi, etc.
• Mental Health support & resources
• Free subscription to the Scribd Inc. suite of products
• 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 and programs that foster an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• Access to AI Tools: We provide free access to best-in-class AI tools, empowering you to boost productivity, streamline workflows, and accelerate bold innovation.

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 [e-mail] 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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries : Software Development

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