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Senior Software Engineer - Windows/Desktop Applications

SpeechifyAustin, TX, USA
Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate AttributesWe are looking for a highly skilled individual with extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in developing Windows applications. A strong understanding of accessibility standards and a passion for creating inclusive technology are essential.

About the job

About Speechify

Speechify aims to remove reading barriers and improve learning for everyone. Over 50 million people use Speechify’s text-to-speech tools to turn PDFs, books, Google Docs, and web content into audio. The product lineup includes apps for iOS, Android, Mac, and a Chrome Extension. Recent recognition includes Google’s Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple’s 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity.

The team is nearly 200 strong, fully remote, and includes engineers from Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, as well as leaders from top universities like Stanford.

Role Overview: Senior Software Engineer – Windows/Desktop Applications

Location: Austin, TX, USA

What You Will Do

  • Lead the design, architecture, and development of native Windows desktop apps using Windows App SDK, WinUI or similar frameworks, with C#, XAML, and C++ as needed.
  • Establish and maintain best practices for Windows desktop development, focusing on code structure, performance, memory management, responsive UI, and compatibility across Windows 10 and 11.
  • Drive accessibility by integrating and validating support for accessibility APIs, ensuring UI controls, focus management, keyboard navigation, and screen-reader compatibility.
  • Collaborate with product designers, UX researchers, QA, and other stakeholders to shape feature planning, UI/UX architecture, and the long-term strategy for the Windows platform.
  • Manage the full lifecycle of features: from conception and design through implementation, testing, release, and ongoing maintenance, with a focus on quality and consistency.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex bugs, performance problems, memory leaks, and compatibility issues, recommending architectural or design improvements as needed.

About Speechify

Speechify is dedicated to making reading accessible for everyone, revolutionizing how millions consume content through cutting-edge text-to-speech technology. Our remote-first culture promotes innovation and collaboration among a diverse team of experts, all united by a common goal: to empower users with the tools they need to learn and grow.

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