About the job
Speechify’s mission is to remove reading barriers and improve learning for everyone. With more than 50 million users, our text-to-speech tools convert content like PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio. This helps people read more efficiently and remember more. Our products include apps for iOS, Android, Mac, a Chrome extension, and a web app. Recent recognition includes Chrome Extension of the Year from Google and Apple’s 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity.
Our fully remote team has nearly 200 people across the globe. Team members come from Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Stanford PhD programs, and startups such as Stripe and Vercel. We work without a central office, bringing together frontend and backend engineers, AI researchers, and other specialists.
Role Overview
The Platform Software Engineer joins the team responsible for backend services at Speechify. This includes payments, analytics, subscriptions, product innovation, text-to-speech features, and external APIs. The role suits someone who enjoys shaping product direction and building user-friendly experiences.
Speechify’s flat structure means everyone has the chance to lead through technical skill and consistent results. Success here calls for a strong work ethic, clear communication, and determination.
What You Will Do
- Design, build, and maintain APIs, including the public TTS API and internal services for payments, subscriptions, authentication, and usage tracking. Ensure these systems meet business goals and scale as needed.
- Oversee the backend API ecosystem, focusing on performance and long-term maintainability.
- Collaborate on B2B solutions, with a focus on customization and integration for enterprise partners.
- Work with cross-functional teams to align backend architecture with product strategy and deliver strong user experiences.
Interview Process
The process includes several technical interviews, typically completed within one week.

