Software Engineer II, Developer Tooling

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 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 and RoleThe Developer Tooling team empowers Scribd engineers across the entire software development lifecycle. We build and evolve the tools and frameworks that power engineering workflows. This includes modernizing infrastructure, optimizing build and deployment processes, and continuously expanding development capabilities. Our work drives broad, meaningful impact by boosting productivity and elevating the developer experience company-wide. What You’ll DoCreate and maintain internal libraries, components, and utilities used by Scribd engineersMake improvements to our AWS infrastructure, including application networking and traffic routing, using TerraformBuild, maintain, and improve tools and frameworks that streamline development workflows including modernizing tooling, optimizing build processes, and enhancing development capabilitiesCollaborate with other engineers and cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions that increase efficiency and productivityKey Attributes4+ years of professional experience as a software engineerExcellent problem-solving and debugging skillsCuriosity-driven individual with a growth mindsetComfortable navigating DevOps workflows and modern cloud infrastructureExperience We ValueDeveloper tooling CLIsInfrastructure as code and cloud automation experience, including AWS and TerraformApplication networking, traffic routing, CDN configuration, and caching strategiesObservability, performance profiling, and optimizationWhat Sets You ApartA passion for improving developer experience and productivityA thoughtful approach to platform engineering that balances stability, speed, and simplicityAt 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 $126,000 [minimum salary in our lowest geographic market within California] to $196,000 [maximum salary in our highest geographic market within California]. In the United States, outside of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $103,500 [minimum salary in our lowest US geographic market outside of California] to $186,500 [maximum salary in our highest US geographic market outside of California]. In Canada, the reasonably expected salary range is between $131,500 CAD[minimum salary in our lowest geographic market] to $174,500 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. Working at Scribd, inc. 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. This includes 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 | VancouverMexico: Mexico CityBenefits, 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 employees12 weeks paid parental leaveShort-term/long-term disability plans401k/RSP matchingOnboarding stipend for home office peripherals + accessoriesLearning & Development allowanceLearning & Development programsQuarterly stipend for Wellness, WiFi, etc. Mental Health support & resourcesFree subscription to the Scribd Inc. suite of productsReferral BonusesBook BenefitSabbaticalsCompany-wide eventsTeam engagement budgetsVacation & Personal DaysPaid Holidays (+ winter break)Flexible Sick TimeVolunteer DayCompany-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/lifeWe 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. Apply to this Job