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Software Engineer, Platform at Speechify | Gainesville, FL

SpeechifyGainesville, FL, USA
Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in software engineering, particularly in backend development. Familiarity with API design and architecture, cloud services, and database management is highly desirable. Additionally, an ability to work collaboratively across teams and a passion for user-centric product development will set you apart.

About the job

Speechify builds tools that help people read and learn in new ways. Our text-to-speech technology serves over 50 million users across platforms including iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome, and the web. Google named our Chrome extension Extension of the Year, and Apple awarded us the 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity. Accessibility and user experience drive our work.

Our team of nearly 200 works fully remotely. Engineers and researchers join us from top tech companies and universities. We value innovation, collaboration, and results over hierarchy or office walls.

Role overview

The Platform team builds and maintains backend services that power Speechify’s products. This includes payments, analytics, and external APIs. The role suits someone who enjoys solving technical problems that directly impact users and the business.

We keep our structure flat, so leadership comes from strong technical work and follow-through. Success here means communicating clearly, working hard, and bringing a competitive edge to the team.

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and maintain APIs, including public TTS endpoints and internal services for payments, subscriptions, authentication, and usage tracking. Build with scalability and business needs in mind.
  • Take ownership of the backend API ecosystem, focusing on performance and long-term maintainability.
  • Collaborate on B2B solutions, handling customization and integration for enterprise partners.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure backend architecture supports product goals and improves user experience.

Location

Gainesville, FL, USA (remote team structure)

About Speechify

Speechify is a pioneer in text-to-speech technology, dedicated to making reading accessible for everyone. Our innovative products empower millions to absorb information more efficiently, fostering a culture of learning without limitations. Join us in our mission to transform the reading experience!

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