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Platform Software Engineer at Speechify | Reno, NV

SpeechifyReno, NV, USA
Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who have: Experience in backend software development, particularly with API design and implementation. Strong understanding of system architecture and engineering principles. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a distributed team environment. Strong communication skills and a commitment to quality.

About the job

Speechify’s mission is to make reading accessible for everyone. With more than 50 million users, Speechify turns written content, PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites, into audio. Our text-to-speech technology runs on iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome, and web platforms. Recognition includes Google’s Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple’s 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity.

The team is fully remote, with nearly 200 professionals including engineers, AI researchers, and specialists from companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, as well as alumni from top PhD programs and startups.

Role Overview

The Platform Software Engineer joins the team responsible for backend services at Speechify. This group handles payments, analytics, subscriptions, new product development, text-to-speech features, and external APIs.

The role suits someone who enjoys shaping products, thrives in a changing environment, and has a history of building user experiences that stand out. Speechify values a flat structure where technical leadership comes from action and results. Strong communication, a solid work ethic, and drive are key traits for success here.

What You Will Do

  • Design, build, and maintain APIs, including the public TTS API and internal APIs for payments, subscriptions, authentication, and consumption tracking, to support business needs and scale.
  • Oversee backend API architecture, focusing on performance and maintainability.
  • Collaborate on B2B solutions, customizing and integrating features for enterprise partners.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure backend architecture matches product goals and user needs.

Interview Process

The interview process includes several technical interviews, usually completed within one week.

Location

This position is based in Reno, NV, USA.

About Speechify

Speechify is dedicated to making reading accessible for everyone. Our award-winning text-to-speech technology empowers millions to learn faster and retain more information. Join our global team of innovators working remotely to redefine how people interact with text.

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