Software Engineer, Core (Senior or Staff)

Descript(26 days ago)

HybridFull TimeSenior$159,649 - $211,586 (estimated)Engineering

About this role

A Full-Stack Software Engineer on Descript's Core Team will contribute to the company's AI-powered platform and web application, with a focus on Identity and critical ancillary systems like auth, permissions, team management, and plans & payments. The role supports product growth and platform stability while collaborating across teams and disciplines. Descript is hiring at multiple senior levels (Senior to Staff) and final leveling is determined during the interview process.

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Required Skills

Full-Stack
Frontend
Backend
Typescript
REST APIs
Relational DBs
Auth
Permissions
Team Management
Testing

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About Descript

descript.com

Descript is an all‑in‑one audio and video editing platform that makes editing as easy as editing text — record, transcribe, edit, and publish from a single tool. It bundles AI‑powered features like automatic transcription, Overdub voice cloning, Studio Sound, filler‑word removal, captions, screen recording, and templates to speed production for podcasters, video creators, and marketing teams. Descript offers both free and paid tiers, plus team and enterprise plans with collaboration and workflow controls for organizations.