Remote Director, Software Engineering (Full-stack)

Description:

• Lead the User-Generated Content Pillar, overseeing engineering teams for Scribd's core document experience and SlideShare.
• Collaborate with Product Managers to develop and execute a monetization strategy balancing subscription and advertising revenues.
• Facilitate collaboration between engineering teams, UX designers, and customer support to align product enhancements with business goals.
• Advocate for resources, tech upgrades, and process improvements to promote technical excellence and expand user-generated content platforms.
• Lead experimentation frameworks to test new features and ideas systematically, working with various engineering disciplines.
• Manage talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies to build a high-performing engineering team.
• Drive innovation and AI initiatives to enhance customer and developer experiences.

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in building software products.
• 5+ years of engineering management experience, including managing web frontend and backend teams.
• Experience in scaling teams in high-growth companies and developing team capabilities.
• Strong record of thriving in a customer-focused product development environment.
• Ability to set strategic direction and execute with the team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven track record of setting measurable goals and metrics for teams.
• Understanding of technology best practices and application security.
• Experience with React, Ruby on Rails, and GraphQL is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on local cost of labor benchmarks.
• Equity ownership and comprehensive benefits package.
• Healthcare coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision) fully paid for employees.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave.
• Short-term/long-term disability plans.
• 401k/RSP matching.
• Tuition reimbursement and learning & development programs.
• Quarterly stipend for Wellness, Connectivity & Comfort.
• Mental health support and resources.
• Free Scribd subscription and gift memberships.
• Referral bonuses and book benefits.
• Sabbaticals, company-wide events, and team engagement budgets.
• Vacation, personal days, paid holidays, and flexible sick time.
• Volunteer day and company-wide Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion programs.