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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 was recently named Chrome Extension of the Year by Google and received Apple's 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity. With nearly 200 employees distributed globally and no physical office, Speechify operates a fully remote, asynchronous work culture.
The Platform team is responsible for building and maintaining all backend services that power Speechify's products, including payments, analytics, subscriptions, text-to-speech engines, and external APIs. This role is ideal for someone who thinks strategically, 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 payments, subscriptions, authentication, and consumption tracking
- Oversee the full backend API landscape, optimizing for performance and maintainability
- Collaborate on B2B solutions with a focus on customization and integration for enterprise clients
- Work closely with cross-functional teams 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:
- Experience with Docker and containerized deployments
- Proficiency deploying high-availability applications on Kubernetes
Speechify operates as a flat organization where anyone can become a leader by demonstrating excellent technical skills and delivering results consistently and quickly. The company values work ethic, solid communication, and a winning mindset. The interview process involves several technical rounds completed within one week.
