Descript is hiring : Software Engineer, Editor in San Francisco

Overview Software Engineer, Editor at Descript. We are building the next-generation AI-powered platform and web application for easy and fast creation of audio and video content. The Editor team builds the core editing experience and AI functionality to empower users to record, transcribe, edit, and mix media on the web.

Responsibilities Build a best-in-class video editing and streaming platform to power the core editing and AI functionality of the app.

Own features from design through deployment with a high degree of ownership and accountability.

Collaborate with product, design, research, and AI engineering teams to understand customer needs and deliver effective solutions.

Develop traditional editing functionality (e.g. timeline editing, effects, animations) and integrate in-house and third‑party AI features to enhance user capabilities.

Support the data model and systems that manage the state of projects across clients and build media management features for team collaboration.

Qualifications 5+ years of professional full-stack software engineering experience.

Expertise in Typescript , React , and RESTful APIs.

Solid CS fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and databases (Postgres, Redis).

Experience building creative tools or frequent user of creative media tools.

A strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Deep understanding of system design principles and ability to translate customer needs into technical decisions.

Ability to thrive in collaborative environments and work with multiple functions (e.g., product, design, research, AI engineering).

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 about 150 employees with backing from investors. Benefits include healthcare, 401k matching, catered lunches, and flexible vacation time. Our headquarters are in the Mission District of San Francisco, CA, with a mix of remote and hybrid roles. We support remote work where feasible and value collaboration in person when possible. Descript is an equal opportunity workplace committed to diversity and inclusion.

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