About the job
At Speechify, our mission is to eliminate reading barriers for learners worldwide.
With over 50 million users relying on Speechify’s innovative text-to-speech technology, we empower individuals to transform a variety of reading materials—including PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites—into audio format. This enables faster reading, increased comprehension, and improved retention. Our award-winning text-to-speech solutions encompass an iOS app, Android app, Mac app, Chrome extension, and web application. Recognized by Google as the Chrome Extension of the Year and honored by Apple with the 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity, we continue to lead in accessibility and innovation.
Our team of nearly 200 dedicated professionals operates entirely remotely, forming a diverse community of frontend and backend engineers, AI researchers, and industry veterans from Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, along with esteemed PhD graduates from top institutions like Stanford and founders of successful startups such as Stripe, Vercel, and Bolt.
Overview
The Platform team is responsible for developing and maintaining all backend services, which encompass payments, analytics, subscriptions, new product initiatives, text-to-speech functionalities, and external APIs.
This pivotal role is perfect for strategic thinkers who thrive in fast-paced environments, are passionate about product development, and possess a strong background in creating exceptional user experiences that captivate our audience.
We promote a flat organizational structure that empowers all team members to lead through technical excellence and consistent results. A strong work ethic, effective communication skills, and a relentless drive for success are essential traits we value.
Our interview process includes several technical assessments, which we aim to finalize within one week.
Your Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs, including public TTS APIs and internal systems such as Payment, Subscription, Auth, and Consumption Tracking, ensuring alignment with business needs and scalability.
- Oversee the entire backend API ecosystem, focusing on performance improvement and maintainability.
- Collaborate on B2B solutions, emphasizing customization and integration for enterprise partners.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure backend architecture supports the overarching product strategy and enhances user experience.