Staff Backend Architect - Fable Core: Scale & Reliability

Scribd, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Mental health support

Generous paid time off

Retirement matching

Learning and development programs

Job summary

Scribd, Inc. is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for the Fable Core team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will set technical direction for the backend systems, ensuring reliability and health. Candidates should have over 10 years of backend experience with a focus on Python/Django, alongside proficiency in cloud systems and incident management. Benefits include flexible work arrangements, comprehensive health coverage, generous paid time off, and access to a suite of tools and programs designed for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of backend experience, particularly with Python/Django and another stack.
• Experience operating production systems on major clouds.
• Strong collaboration skills with senior PMs and designers.

Responsibilities

• Set technical direction for the Fable backend.
• Lead incident response and ensure follow-through.
• Build and evolve the Fable backend platform.

Skills

Python/Django

Cloud Systems

Incident Management

TDD

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Tools

AWS

GCP

Kubernetes

Job description

Scribd, Inc. is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for the Fable Core team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will set technical direction for the backend systems, ensuring reliability and health. Candidates should have over 10 years of backend experience with a focus on Python/Django, alongside proficiency in cloud systems and incident management. Benefits include flexible work arrangements, comprehensive health coverage, generous paid time off, and access to a suite of tools and programs designed for professional growth.