Staff Software Engineer, Core

Who you are

You are a seasoned full-stack software engineer with a strong background in building scalable applications. With at least 5 years of experience, you've successfully led projects from conception to deployment, ensuring high-quality code and performance. You have a deep understanding of both frontend and backend technologies, and you're comfortable navigating complex technical challenges. Your experience includes mentoring junior engineers and guiding teams through architectural decisions, fostering a collaborative environment.

You thrive in dynamic settings where you can influence technical direction and strategy. You have a knack for identifying high-impact areas for investment and can communicate effectively with cross-functional teams. Your leadership style balances speed and correctness, allowing you to mediate technical disagreements and drive initiatives forward. You are passionate about creating user-centric features that enhance the overall experience of the platform.

Desirable

Experience with AI technologies or platforms is a plus, as is familiarity with agile methodologies. You are open to learning new tools and frameworks that can enhance your team's productivity and the quality of the product.

What you'll do

In this role, you will set the technical direction for Descript’s identity model, ensuring that it scales effectively as the product grows. You will lead large multi-quarter initiatives, collaborating with various teams to create clarity out of ambiguity. Your responsibilities will include building and shipping features across the entire stack, writing high-quality, testable code that is maintainable and performant.

You will influence the strategy and roadmap by proactively identifying areas that offer high ROI for the business. Keeping tabs on industry best practices, you will share insights with the organization to enhance overall technical strategy. Mentoring other engineers will be a key part of your role, as you advise teams on architecture and quality, helping to elevate the team's capabilities.

What we offer

Descript offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your contributions will directly impact the product and its users. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the AI space, tackling unique challenges that come with building a next-generation platform. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse backgrounds and perspectives in our team.

You will also enjoy flexible working arrangements, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. Our commitment to equal employment opportunities ensures that all employees can thrive in a supportive and dynamic workplace.