Speechify
Software Engineer, Platform - Simi Valley, USA
Speechify, Simi Valley, California, United States, 93097
Software Engineer, Platform - Simi Valley, USA
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The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning. Speechify’s text-to-speech products are used by millions to turn reading material such as PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio, helping users read faster, read more, and remember more. Speechify’s products include its iOS app, Android App, Mac App, Chrome Extension, and Web App. Speechify has received recognitions such as Chrome Extension of the Year and continual design and inclusivity awards.
Today, Speechify employs around 200 people in a 100% distributed setting. Our team includes frontend and backend engineers, AI researchers, and others from leading tech companies and startups. We value leadership shown through technical excellence and delivering results quickly and consistently.
Overview
The responsibilities of our Platform team include building and maintaining all backend services, including, but not limited to, payments, analytics, subscriptions, new products, text to speech, and external APIs.
This is a key role for someone who thinks strategically, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about making product decisions and delivering great user experiences that delight users. We operate with a flat structure where strong technical skills and consistent results enable leadership. Strong communication and a collaborative mindset are important.
Our interview process involves several technical interviews and we aim to complete them within one week.
What You’ll Do
Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs including public TTS API and internal APIs such as Payment, Subscription, Auth, and Consumption Tracking, ensuring they meet business and scalability requirements.
Oversee the full backend API landscape, enhancing and optimizing for performance and maintainability.
Collaborate on B2B solutions, focusing on customization and integration needs for enterprise clients.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to align backend architecture with overall product strategy and user experience.
An Ideal Candidate Should Have
Proven experience in backend development: TypeScript/Node.js (required).
Direct experience with Google Cloud Platform and knowledge of AWS, Azure, or other cloud providers.
Efficiency in ideation and implementation, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact.
Preferred: Experience with Docker and containerized deployments.
Preferred: Proficiency in deploying high-availability applications on Kubernetes.
What We Offer
A dynamic environment where your contributions shape the company and its products.
A team that values innovation, intuition, and drive.
Autonomy, fostering focus and creativity.
The opportunity to have a significant impact in a revolutionary industry.
Competitive compensation, a welcoming atmosphere, and a strong asynchronous work culture.
The privilege of working on a product that helps people with learning differences, such as dyslexia and ADD.
Exposure to the intersection of artificial intelligence and audio in a rapidly evolving tech domain.
Salary
United States Based Salary range: 140,000-200,000 USD per year, plus bonus and stock, depending on experience.
How to Apply
Think you’re a good fit for this job? Tell us more about yourself and why you’re interested in the role when you apply, and include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn.
If you know someone who would be a great fit, refer them.
Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Speechify 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.
Note
– This description reflects the Software Engineer, Platform role in Simi Valley, USA and does not include all possible responsibilities or qualifications. The company may modify requirements as needed.
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The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning. Speechify’s text-to-speech products are used by millions to turn reading material such as PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio, helping users read faster, read more, and remember more. Speechify’s products include its iOS app, Android App, Mac App, Chrome Extension, and Web App. Speechify has received recognitions such as Chrome Extension of the Year and continual design and inclusivity awards.
Today, Speechify employs around 200 people in a 100% distributed setting. Our team includes frontend and backend engineers, AI researchers, and others from leading tech companies and startups. We value leadership shown through technical excellence and delivering results quickly and consistently.
Overview
The responsibilities of our Platform team include building and maintaining all backend services, including, but not limited to, payments, analytics, subscriptions, new products, text to speech, and external APIs.
This is a key role for someone who thinks strategically, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about making product decisions and delivering great user experiences that delight users. We operate with a flat structure where strong technical skills and consistent results enable leadership. Strong communication and a collaborative mindset are important.
Our interview process involves several technical interviews and we aim to complete them within one week.
What You’ll Do
Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs including public TTS API and internal APIs such as Payment, Subscription, Auth, and Consumption Tracking, ensuring they meet business and scalability requirements.
Oversee the full backend API landscape, enhancing and optimizing for performance and maintainability.
Collaborate on B2B solutions, focusing on customization and integration needs for enterprise clients.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to align backend architecture with overall product strategy and user experience.
An Ideal Candidate Should Have
Proven experience in backend development: TypeScript/Node.js (required).
Direct experience with Google Cloud Platform and knowledge of AWS, Azure, or other cloud providers.
Efficiency in ideation and implementation, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact.
Preferred: Experience with Docker and containerized deployments.
Preferred: Proficiency in deploying high-availability applications on Kubernetes.
What We Offer
A dynamic environment where your contributions shape the company and its products.
A team that values innovation, intuition, and drive.
Autonomy, fostering focus and creativity.
The opportunity to have a significant impact in a revolutionary industry.
Competitive compensation, a welcoming atmosphere, and a strong asynchronous work culture.
The privilege of working on a product that helps people with learning differences, such as dyslexia and ADD.
Exposure to the intersection of artificial intelligence and audio in a rapidly evolving tech domain.
Salary
United States Based Salary range: 140,000-200,000 USD per year, plus bonus and stock, depending on experience.
How to Apply
Think you’re a good fit for this job? Tell us more about yourself and why you’re interested in the role when you apply, and include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn.
If you know someone who would be a great fit, refer them.
Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Speechify 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.
Note
– This description reflects the Software Engineer, Platform role in Simi Valley, USA and does not include all possible responsibilities or qualifications. The company may modify requirements as needed.
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