About the job
Mission
At Speechify, we aim to revolutionize how people engage with information by making it accessible through listening. Whether it’s articles from the web, documents stored in the cloud, or books on your phone, we enable users to absorb information seamlessly, whether at their desks, on the move, or at their own pace. Our innovative tools enhance learning, making it easier, deeper, and faster.
Just as streaming services have transformed audio entertainment, we are doing the same for audio information. Our approach is clearly resonating; we are ranked #1 in our category and experiencing remarkable growth.
Overview
We invite you to join our Core Experiences Team as a Senior Software Engineer. This pivotal role involves developing and maintaining the essential services and SDKs that drive Speechify’s cross-platform product experience. If you thrive at the intersection of product and infrastructure, possess strategic thinking abilities, and are passionate about crafting clear, reliable APIs and intuitive systems that enhance user experience, we want to hear from you!
Your Responsibilities
- Partner with Speechify’s Product Teams to define project scopes, streamline initiatives for quicker customer feedback, balance integration and UX considerations across various teams, and deliver solutions through our robust cross-platform SDK.
- Enhance existing functionalities by optimizing loading speeds and improving parsing intelligence through the design of efficient abstractions and algorithm enhancements.
- Develop and deploy cloud functions, lightweight backend services, and jobs utilizing Kotlin.
Ideal Candidate Attributes
- Systems Thinker: You understand that optimizing a system requires comprehensive design and appreciate the value of simplicity.
- Agile: You generate ideas swiftly, know which tasks can be expedited, and understand when to allocate additional time.
- Focused: In our dynamic, high-growth startup environment, you know how to engage effectively while also being able to concentrate deeply on your work.
- Collaborative: You excel in inspiring, negotiating, and engaging with diverse teams including designers, marketers, and product managers.
- Innovative: You are driven to explore new technologies and methodologies to enhance product offerings.

