Software Engineer, Editor

1 day, 20 hours ago
Full-time
Senior
Software Development
Descript

Descript

Descript: All-in-one video & podcast editing with AI technology for effortless content creation.

Internet Software & Services
51-250
Founded 2017
$100M raised

Description

  • Build the core editing experience for Descript’s video and audio creation platform.
  • Design and implement traditional editing features such as timeline editing, effects, and animations.
  • Integrate in-house and third-party AI functionality into the editing workflow.
  • Support the data model and cross-client systems that manage project state.
  • Build media management features that help organizations collaborate on Descript as a team.
  • Own technical solutions while balancing product experience and user needs.
  • Collaborate with product, design, research, and AI engineering partners on feature development.
  • Contribute to a broad suite of editing tools that expand the platform’s capabilities.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional fullstack software engineering experience.
  • Expertise in TypeScript, React, and RESTful APIs.
  • Solid computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and databases.
  • Experience with Postgres and Redis.
  • Experience building creative tools, or frequent use of creative media tools.
  • High degree of ownership and accountability.
  • Strong understanding of system design principles.
  • Ability to integrate customer needs into technical decisions.
  • Experience working in collaborative cross-functional environments, including with product, design, research, and AI engineering.
  • Senior-or-higher-equivalent experience preferred.

Benefits

  • Base salary range of $193,000-$250,000 per year.
  • Generous healthcare package.
  • 401(k) matching program.
  • Catered lunches.
  • Flexible vacation time.
  • Remote and hybrid work options.
  • Occasional in-person collaboration opportunities for remote employees.

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