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Speechify is a text-to-speech platform used by over 50 million people globally to convert PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio. The company has been recognized by Google as Chrome Extension of the Year and by Apple with a 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity. With ~200 employees distributed globally and no physical offices, Speechify operates a fully remote, asynchronous work culture.
The Platform team is responsible for building and maintaining all backend services including payments, analytics, subscriptions, new products, text-to-speech infrastructure, and external APIs. This is a strategic role ideal for someone who thinks systematically about architecture, thrives in fast-paced environments, and is passionate about making product decisions that delight users.
Key responsibilities include:
- Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs including the public TTS API, internal APIs for Payment, Subscription, Auth, and Consumption Tracking
- Oversee the full backend API landscape, optimizing for performance and maintainability
- Collaborate on B2B solutions with focus on customization and integration for enterprise clients
- Work cross-functionally to align backend architecture with product strategy and user experience
Required qualifications:
- Proven backend development experience with TypeScript/Node.js
- Direct experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Knowledge of AWS, Azure, or other cloud providers
- Ability to prioritize tasks based on urgency and impact
Preferred qualifications:
- Docker and containerized deployment experience
- Kubernetes proficiency for high-availability applications
The company values work ethic, solid communication, and obsession with winning. Speechify operates as a flat organization where technical excellence and consistent delivery create leadership opportunities. The interview process includes multiple technical rounds, typically completed within one week.
