Speechify is a platform that allows users to listen to various forms of information, including articles, documents, and books, making learning easier and faster.
The company is experiencing significant growth and is seeking a Software Engineer, Platform to join their newly formed Platform team.
The role involves scaling infrastructure, optimizing performance of key product flows, and building end-to-end systems.
Responsibilities include building, owning, and reporting on the performance of complex end-to-end systems, participating in product decisions, and collaborating with the Platform team to provide a universal architecture across products.
Requirements:
Candidates must have experience in building and maintaining large-scale products, with both backend and frontend expertise.
A strong understanding of systems thinking is required, particularly in relation to end-to-end systems involving multiple products and third-party services.
The ability to work quickly to generate ideas and determine priorities for shipping products is essential.
Candidates should be able to focus in a high-growth startup environment and know when to engage with the team or work independently.
Collaboration skills are necessary to inspire and negotiate with designers, marketers, and product managers.
Proficiency in NodeJS, ReactJS, and TypeScript is required, while knowledge of Java, Go, and Python is a plus.
Benefits:
The position offers a fast-growing environment where employees can help shape the company culture.
Employees will be part of an entrepreneurial team that encourages risk-taking, intuition, and hustle.
A hands-off management approach allows employees to focus on their work and perform at their best.
The role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in a transformative industry.
The company offers a competitive salary, a collaborative atmosphere, and a commitment to fostering a great asynchronous work culture.