Staff Software Engineer, Core

Who we are

We are building the next‑generation AI‑powered platform and web application for easy and fast creation of audio and video content. Growing this revolutionary product involves unique technical challenges and requires solving hard and complex problems.

The Core Team builds features to help our users find each other and use Descript to create and communicate their ideas with the world. We own critical systems ancillary to the business, such as access control, team management, project organization, usage tracking, payments, and more. We are looking for a Staff full‑stack software engineer to help us expand these foundational systems.

What you’ll do

• Set the technical direction for Descript’s identity model, paving clear paths that will guide all teams to build features such that it scales coherently to the next level.
• Lead large multi‑quarter initiatives by collaborating with cross‑functional partners, creating clarity out of ambiguity, and mediating technical disagreements to balance speed and correctness.
• Own building and shipping features across all levels of the stack (frontend and backend), writing high‑quality testable code that is functional, long‑term maintainable and performant.
• Influence the strategy and roadmap by proactively identifying and recommending high‑ROI areas to invest in. Keep tabs on org‑wide technical strategy as well as industry best practices, spreading that information for the benefit of all.
• Mentor other engineers and advise teams on architecture and quality.

What you bring

Nice to have

Experience building account management features such as :

About Descript

Descript is building a simple, intuitive, fully‑powered editing tool for video and audio — an editing tool built for the age of AI.

We are a team of 150 with backing from investors such as OpenAI, Andreessen Horowitz, Redpoint Ventures, and Spark Capital. Descript is at a unique growth stage where each new employee can measurably influence the company’s direction.

Benefits include a generous healthcare package, 401(k) matching program, catered lunches, and flexible vacation time. Our headquarters are located in the Mission District of San Francisco. We hire for a mix of remote and hybrid roles and value both in‑person collaboration and flexible arrangements.

Descript is an equal‑opportunity workplace. We are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We actively build a team rich in diverse backgrounds, experiences, and opinions. We believe this diversity allows our employees, products, and community to thrive.

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