This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Descript. We are currently looking for a Software Engineer – Recorder in United States.
As a Software Engineer – Recorder, you will play a key role in building the next-generation audio and video editing platform. You will collaborate closely with designers, product managers, and fellow engineers to deliver innovative, high-quality media experiences on the web. This role involves solving complex technical challenges in real-time media processing, video streaming, and cross-browser compatibility. You will contribute to both core product functionality and emerging AI-powered features, helping to shape the future of creative tools for a rapidly growing user base. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts the product experience and customer success.
· Implement and maintain web-based audio and video recording and editing functionality using modern web technologies.
· Collaborate with designers and product managers to translate Figma designs into high-quality React components.
· Develop and optimize frontend code with Redux, sagas, and media APIs to support cross-browser functionality.
· Enhance platform performance and reliability for complex, large-scale web applications.
· Plan, ticket, and estimate projects while coordinating across multiple teams and stakeholders.
· Explore emerging web standards and prototype innovative media solutions.
· Contribute to the continuous improvement of code quality, testing practices, and user experience.
Requirements
· Proven experience building scalable web applications with React and frontend media technologies.
· Strong understanding of media APIs (MediaRecorder, WebRTC) and real-time audio/video processing.
· Experience with cross-browser compatibility and performance optimization.
· Demonstrated ability to plan, estimate, and execute projects in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.
· Bias toward action with a focus on delivering value to users quickly and efficiently.
· Technical curiosity, creativity, and the ability to handle complex projects with confidence.
· Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to quality through self-driven testing and automation.
· Nice to have: background in audio/video production, DJing, contributions to open source or personal creative tools projects.
Benefits
· Competitive base salary range: $191,000 – $250,000/year, adjusted based on experience and location.
· Generous healthcare package covering medical, dental, and vision.
· Flexible vacation time and catered lunches.
· Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI and media technologies.
· Collaborative, flat organizational structure that values all team members’ contributions.
· Chance to shape product direction in a fast-growing, innovative company.
· Office located in San Francisco with flexibility for remote collaboration.
Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.
The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.
Thank you for your interest!
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