Speechify
Senior Software Engineer, Core Experiences - Grand Rapids, USA
Speechify, Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528
Senior Software Engineer, Core Experiences - Grand Rapids, USA
Grand Rapids, USA Overview
We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Core Experiences Team. This team builds and maintains the foundational services and SDKs that power Speechify’s product experience across platforms. It's a critical role for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of product and infrastructure, thinks strategically, and is passionate about designing clear, reliable APIs and simple systems that directly enhance the user experience. What You’ll Do
Collaborate with Speechify’s Product Teams to scope projects, reduce scope to get faster feedback from customers, navigate the integration/UX tradeoffs relevant to different product teams, and deliver solutions via our cross-platform SDK Optimize existing functionality to ship faster loading and more intelligent parsing by designing efficient abstractions and improving algorithms Ship cloud functions, lightweight backend services, and jobs using Kotlin An Ideal Candidate Should Have
Systems thinking: you design end-to-end solutions and value simplicity Speed: you generate ideas quickly and know what can ship now versus what needs time Focus: you can engage with a busy, remote team or work heads down as needed Collaboration: you inspire and negotiate with designers, marketers, and PMs Preferred Tech Stack:
Kotlin Multiplatform (Java experience is OK but role focuses on Kotlin Multiplatform) Prior experience with GCP is a plus
What We Offer
A fast-growing environment where you can help shape the company and product An entrepreneurial-minded team that supports risk, intuition, and hustle A hands-off management approach so you can focus and do your best work An opportunity to make a big impact in a transformative industry Competitive salaries and a friendly, asynchronous culture Opportunity to work on a life-changing product used by millions Build products that directly support people with learning differences Work in a fast-growing sector at the intersection of AI and audio Salary : The United States Based salary range for this role is 140,000-200,000 USD/Year + Bonus + Stock depending on experience How to Apply
Think you’re a good fit for this job? Tell us about yourself and why you’re interested in the role when you apply. Please include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn. Not looking but know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them! Equal Opportunity : Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. To apply, you will be asked for your resume and portfolio. You may also be prompted to complete voluntary self-identification sections as part of equal employment opportunity reporting. Participation is voluntary and confidential.
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Grand Rapids, USA Overview
We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Core Experiences Team. This team builds and maintains the foundational services and SDKs that power Speechify’s product experience across platforms. It's a critical role for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of product and infrastructure, thinks strategically, and is passionate about designing clear, reliable APIs and simple systems that directly enhance the user experience. What You’ll Do
Collaborate with Speechify’s Product Teams to scope projects, reduce scope to get faster feedback from customers, navigate the integration/UX tradeoffs relevant to different product teams, and deliver solutions via our cross-platform SDK Optimize existing functionality to ship faster loading and more intelligent parsing by designing efficient abstractions and improving algorithms Ship cloud functions, lightweight backend services, and jobs using Kotlin An Ideal Candidate Should Have
Systems thinking: you design end-to-end solutions and value simplicity Speed: you generate ideas quickly and know what can ship now versus what needs time Focus: you can engage with a busy, remote team or work heads down as needed Collaboration: you inspire and negotiate with designers, marketers, and PMs Preferred Tech Stack:
Kotlin Multiplatform (Java experience is OK but role focuses on Kotlin Multiplatform) Prior experience with GCP is a plus
What We Offer
A fast-growing environment where you can help shape the company and product An entrepreneurial-minded team that supports risk, intuition, and hustle A hands-off management approach so you can focus and do your best work An opportunity to make a big impact in a transformative industry Competitive salaries and a friendly, asynchronous culture Opportunity to work on a life-changing product used by millions Build products that directly support people with learning differences Work in a fast-growing sector at the intersection of AI and audio Salary : The United States Based salary range for this role is 140,000-200,000 USD/Year + Bonus + Stock depending on experience How to Apply
Think you’re a good fit for this job? Tell us about yourself and why you’re interested in the role when you apply. Please include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn. Not looking but know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them! Equal Opportunity : Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. To apply, you will be asked for your resume and portfolio. You may also be prompted to complete voluntary self-identification sections as part of equal employment opportunity reporting. Participation is voluntary and confidential.
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