Software Engineer II - Ads (Full-Stack, Front-end Focused)

About the Team:

This is a dedicated workstream focussing on AdTech where our goal is to transform how ads are delivered making them more engaging and efficient across brands under Scribd. We're creating not just ads but captivating experiences that connect international brands with their audience. This is a cross-functional group which works closely with data scientists product managers and engineers across the company.

About the role

Scribd is looking for a Software Engineer to work on our AdTech efforts focusing on JavaScript with React and Prebid.js. Your role involves driving innovative advertising technology solutions working with a team and demonstrating a deep passion for AdTech experiments

Tech stack

Our online applications use React Redux and server side rendering using NextJS on the frontend and Rails MySQL on the backend. We use Sidekiq to run background jobs and Databricks environment for offline data processing.

You Have:

• You're curious humble and interested in learning.

• You like and value people!

• You have good taste - you don't have to be a designer but you should take pride in your work and want to make our app a beautiful delightful reading experience.

• 3+ years experience coding in modern consumer facing web applications -- e.g. Javascript HTML CSS Ruby on RailsStrong understanding of modern JavaScript frameworks preferably React.

• Experience with Redux CSS Modules is a plus.

• Knowledge of npm yarn babel and webpack

• Experience working with data pipelines both real-time and batch offline.

• Experience de-bugging issues in a complex modern web architecture which includes: distributed systems CDN image servers databases asynchronous web services CSRF cross site scripting etc.

You Will:

• Develop sophisticated AdTech solutions emphasizing React and Prebid.js.

• Collaborate with UX designers.

• Utilize advanced JavaScript knowledge to build high-performance web applications.

• Oversee the integration and optimization of advertising APIs and SDKs.

• Champion experimental projects in AdTech exploring new ways to enhance ad targeting delivery and performance.

• Maintain adherence to best software development practices with a focus on AdTech innovations.

• Stay ahead of industry trends in digital advertising and JavaScript technologies actively engaging in experimental projects.

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 $119500 [minimum salary in our lowest geographic market within California] to $193500 [maximum salary in our highest geographic market within California].

In the United States outside of California the reasonably expected salary range is between $98500 [minimum salary in our lowest US geographic market outside of California] to $183750 [maximum salary in our highest US geographic market outside of California].

In Canada the reasonably expected salary range is between $123000 CAD[minimum salary in our lowest geographic market] to $182500 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.