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Software Engineer - Data Infrastructure & Acquisition

SpeechifyMenlo Park, CA, USA
Remote Full-time $140K/yr - $200K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate AttributesBS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or a relevant field.5+ years of software development experience in the industry. Strong proficiency in bash/Python scripting within Linux environments. Solid experience with Docker and Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies, particularly with major cloud providers (GCP preferred). Familiarity with web crawlers and large-scale data processing workflows is advantageous. Proven ability to multitask and adapt to shifting priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About the job

Speechify builds tools that turn written content into audio, helping over 50 million people read and learn in new ways. Our products span iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome, and the web. Google named us Chrome Extension of the Year, and Apple recognized our design in 2025.

Our fully remote team includes nearly 200 people with backgrounds at Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Stanford, Stripe, Vercel, and other top tech companies and universities.

Role Overview

The Data team within Speechify’s AI division is looking for a Software Engineer focused on data infrastructure and acquisition. This position centers on building and maintaining the systems that gather the large-scale datasets needed for model training. The work blends infrastructure, engineering, and research to deliver high-quality data at petabyte scale while keeping costs in check.

What You Will Do

  • Find and connect new sources of audio data to our ingestion pipeline.
  • Maintain and improve our cloud infrastructure for data ingestion, currently running on Google Cloud Platform and managed with Terraform.
  • Work closely with Scientists to optimize for cost, throughput, and data quality, supporting richer datasets for our models.
  • Collaborate with the AI team and company leadership to shape the roadmap for datasets that power future consumer and enterprise products.

Location

Remote (company operates without a physical office). Menlo Park, CA, USA listed as company location.

About Speechify

Speechify is a leading innovator in the realm of assistive technology and text-to-speech solutions, dedicated to making reading accessible for everyone. Our products empower users to consume written content in audio format, enhancing their learning and comprehension. We are proud to have a diverse and talented team that is passionate about creating impactful solutions.

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