Substack

Substack

a place for independent writing.

About Substack

Substack is revolutionizing the way writers connect with their audience, offering a platform that simplifies the process of publishing to an email list, discovering content on the web, and monetizing through subscriptions. Based in San Francisco, California, Substack is at the forefront of the online audio and video media industry, providing tools that empower independent writers to earn money on their own terms.

What We Do

Substack makes it incredibly easy for writers to start a newsletter and generate income from it. The platform supports over 500,000 paid subscribers across various writers' networks, with top contributors earning millions annually. The company's revenue model is directly tied to the success of its writers—Substack profits only when they do, ensuring a mutually beneficial relationship.

Our Culture and Values

At Substack, we prioritize high-quality, impactful writing that respects readers' time, intelligence, and trust. Our team is dedicated to building a business model that supports great writing and helps shape culture. We believe in pragmatic problem-solving and shipping products that highlight the writers' work without compromise.

Every team member at Substack engages in customer support to build empathy with our users and drive superior product development. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, recognizing that a varied team enhances our ability to serve a diverse community of writers.

Why Work With Us?

Joining Substack means being part of a small, growing team where there's always more to build than one can imagine. We offer a dynamic work environment where innovation in service of writers and readers is paramount. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds to help us create the best possible version of Substack.

Benefits and Opportunities

Substack provides a unique opportunity to influence the media landscape, supporting writers in maintaining independence while achieving financial success. Employees at Substack are integral to a mission that values creativity, independence, and critical thinking. We offer competitive benefits, a collaborative atmosphere, and the chance to make a significant impact in the media world.

Current Substack Job Openings and Career Opportunities

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Full-Stack Engineer with React.js and TypeScript

Join Substack as a Full-Stack Engineer to develop core products using React.js and TypeScript. Remote work with competitive salary and benefits.

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Senior Software Engineer, Substack Enterprise

Join Substack as a Senior Software Engineer to develop core products using JavaScript, Node, React, and Postgres. Remote work available.

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Full-Stack Engineer, Core Product Team

Join Substack as a Full-Stack Engineer to develop core products using JavaScript, Node.js, and React in a hybrid work environment.

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Senior Software Engineer, Core Product Team

Join Substack as a Senior Software Engineer to develop core products using JavaScript, Node.js, React, and Postgres.