About the job
Our Mission
At Speechify, we believe that reading should never be an obstacle to learning. Our innovative solutions empower over 50 million users to transform their reading materials—be it PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, or websites—into audio, enabling them to read faster, absorb more information, and retain knowledge effectively.
Our suite of text-to-speech products includes an iOS app, Android App, Mac App, Chrome Extension, and Web App. Recognized as the Chrome Extension of the Year by Google and App of the Day by Apple, Speechify is a leader in the industry.
With a 100% remote workforce of nearly 200 talented individuals worldwide—including frontend and backend engineers, AI research scientists, and alumni from prestigious companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google—our team is diverse and driven. We pride ourselves on fostering a flat organizational structure where every team member can step up as a leader by showcasing exceptional technical skills and delivering outstanding results.
This pivotal role is perfect for strategic thinkers who thrive in dynamic environments, have a passion for making impactful product decisions, and possess the experience to create user experiences that delight.
Our interview process is streamlined, consisting of several technical assessments completed within one week.
Role Overview
As we grow, our AI team is in search of a Senior Backend Engineer. You will play a critical role in optimizing our infrastructure, enhancing key product workflows, and building robust end-to-end systems. If you are driven by strategy, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and are eager to influence product decisions, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop cutting-edge voice cloning technology
- Create low-latency, cost-effective text-to-speech solutions
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in backend development with proficiency in Python
- Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and familiarity with AWS, Azure, or other cloud services
- Adept at ideation and implementation, prioritizing tasks effectively based on urgency and impact
- Experience with Docker and container orchestration
- Expertise in deploying high-availability applications on Kubernetes
- Strong communication skills and a results-oriented mindset

