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Software Engineer, Data Infrastructure & Acquisition

SpeechifyKarachi, Pakistan
Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Should HaveBS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a related field.5+ years of experience in software development. Expertise in bash/Python scripting within Linux environments. Proficient in Docker and Infrastructure-as-Code, with experience using a major Cloud Provider (GCP preferred). Familiarity with web crawlers and large-scale data processing is advantageous. Strong multitasking abilities and adaptability to shifting priorities. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

About the job

Speechify helps over 50 million people turn text, like PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites, into audio. Our tools support faster reading, better comprehension, and stronger retention. Products run across iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome Extension, and Web App. Recent recognition includes Chrome Extension of the Year from Google and the Apple Design Award for inclusivity in 2025.

The team is fully distributed, with nearly 200 colleagues from backgrounds at Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and top PhD programs. There is no central office. Collaboration and new ideas drive the work.

Role Overview

Speechify is hiring a Software Engineer focused on data infrastructure and acquisition for the AI team. This position is central to collecting and managing large-scale datasets that support model training. The work enables efficient creation and handling of petabyte-scale data.

What You Will Do

  • Find and connect new audio data sources to the ingestion pipeline.
  • Maintain and expand cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using Terraform.
  • Work with scientists to improve data cost, throughput, and quality for future models.
  • Partner with the AI team and leadership to plan the dataset roadmap for upcoming products.

Location

This role is based in Karachi, Pakistan, as part of Speechify’s distributed team.

About Speechify

Speechify is dedicated to making reading accessible for everyone. Our innovative text-to-speech technology is designed to enhance learning experiences for millions around the world. Join our diverse team of experts who are passionate about leveraging technology to break down barriers in education.

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