Software Engineer II (Developer Tooling - Frontend)

Scribd, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Software Engineer II specializing in Developer Tooling. You will enhance the developer experience by building and optimizing frontend tools and frameworks. Collaborate with engineers to streamline development workflows and improve productivity. This role demands strong skills in JavaScript, React, and modern build tools, with a focus on delivering high-quality features efficiently.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision)

Paid parental leave

401k/RSP matching

Learning allowances

Wellness stipends

Mental health resources

Free Scribd subscription

Referral bonuses

Sabbaticals

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in frontend development.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain frontend build systems and tooling.
• Optimize build processes for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve developer experience pain points.

Skills

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

Problem-Solving

Debugging

Tools

Webpack

Vite

Rollup

esbuild

npm

yarn

pnpm

Job description

Software Engineer II (Developer Tooling - Frontend)

Join to apply for the Software Engineer II (Developer Tooling - Frontend) role at Scribd, Inc.

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.

About The Team

The Developer Tooling team is oriented around empowering & supporting engineers throughout the software development lifecycle. The team identifies opportunities to drive impactful improvements across the entire development lifecycle—from a developer's initial approach to a problem through the iterative development process, release workflows, and production observability. The Developer Tooling team ensures engineers at Scribd can build, deploy, and operate systems efficiently by providing robust tools and frameworks.

About The Role

As a Software Engineer II specializing on our Web Platform within the Developer Tooling team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the developer experience at Scribd. You will focus on building, maintaining, and improving tools and frameworks that streamline frontend development workflows. This includes modernizing tooling, optimizing build processes, and enhancing development capabilities. You will collaborate with other engineers to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions that increase efficiency and productivity. Your work will directly impact the speed and reliability of our frontend tooling, empowering the entire engineering team to deliver high-quality features faster.

In this role you will

• Design, develop, and maintain frontend build systems and tooling
• Optimize build processes for performance, reliability, and developer experience
• Create and maintain internal libraries, components, and utilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve developer experience pain points
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and best practices

Key Attributes

• 4+ years of professional experience in frontend development
• Strong proficiency with JavaScript/TypeScript and React
• Familiarity with build tools like Webpack, Vite, Rollup, or esbuild
• Experience with package managers (npm, yarn, pnpm)
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Curiosity-driven individual with a growth mindset

Experience We Value

• Familiarity with GraphQL and Next.js
• Experience with monorepo management tools
• Knowledge of bundler optimization techniques
• Experience with developer tooling CLIs
• Experience with performance profiling and optimization

What Sets You Apart

• A passion for improving developer experience & productivity
• A strong understanding for frontend tooling in the broader development ecosystem
• Hands on experience modernizing frontend tools in complex legacy environments

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 $119,000 to $185,500.

In the United States, outside of California, the range is between $98,000 to $176,500. In Canada, the range is between $124,500 CAD to $165,000 CAD.

We consider various factors when determining compensation, including experience, skills, education, and organizational needs. This role is also eligible for equity and benefits.

Are you currently based in a location where Scribd can employ you?

Employees must reside in or near specific cities listed, including major U.S. cities, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, and Mexico City.

Benefits, Perks, And Wellbeing At Scribd

• Healthcare coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision): 100% paid for employees
• Paid parental leave, disability plans, 401k/RSP matching, onboarding stipends, learning allowances, wellness stipends, mental health resources, free Scribd subscription, referral bonuses, book benefits, sabbaticals, events, engagement budgets, vacation days, holidays, sick time, volunteer days, and inclusion programs.

Access to AI Tools: We provide free access to AI tools to boost productivity and innovation.

Learn more about life at Scribd: www.linkedin.com/company/scribd/life

We are committed to accessibility and equal opportunity for all applicants.