Published: Fri, 02 Aug 2024 07:20:01 +0000
Speechify Inc: Senior Software Engineer, Core Experiences (Kotlin Multiplatform or Java)
Headquarters: Florida
URL: http://www.speechify.com
Mission:
Speechify is a leading platform for audio information, making it easy for users to listen to articles, documents, and books at their own pace and with tools that enhance the learning experience. Similar to how streaming services have transformed audio entertainment, Speechify is revolutionizing how people access and consume information. With exponential growth and a #1 position in our category, we are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Platform Team in shaping the future of our product ecosystem.
Overview:
Reporting to the Platform Team, the Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for delivering a powerful and seamless experience for our customers through a cross-platform SDK and backend services. This is a pivotal role, ideal for an individual who excels in a fast-paced environment, prioritizes the customer experience, and is committed to creating clear and efficient APIs.
What You’ll Do:
– Collaborate with Speechify’s Product Teams to scope projects, streamline processes for faster customer feedback, and navigate integration/UX tradeoffs to deliver solutions through our cross-platform SDK.
– Optimize existing functionality through efficient abstractions and algorithm improvements to achieve faster loading and more intelligent parsing.
– Develop cloud functions, lightweight backend services, and jobs using NodeJS/Typescript.
An Ideal Candidate Should Have:
– Experience: You have a proven track record of delivering dependable and performant APIs and have been responsible for the reliability and performance of a production system.
– Systems thinking: You understand the importance of end-to-end design and the value of simplicity in optimizing a system.
– Speed: You are quick to generate ideas and options and can determine which features can be shipped immediately and which require more time.
– Focus: As a remote team, we value individuals who can effectively engage with others and balance their work independently.
– Collaboration: You are skilled at inspiring and working with opinionated designers, marketers, and PMs.
Preferred Tech Stack:
– Kotlin Multiplatform (Java experience is acceptable, but role is focused on Kotlin Multiplatform).
– Prior experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is a plus.
What We Offer:
– A dynamic and growing environment where you can play a key role in shaping our company and product.
– An entrepreneurial-minded team that values risk-taking, intuition, and hard work.
– A hands-off management approach that allows you to focus and excel in your work.
– The opportunity to make a significant impact in a transformative industry.
– Competitive salaries, a friendly and collaborative atmosphere, and a commitment to building a strong asynchronous culture.
– The chance to work on a life-changing product used by millions of people.
– The ability to build products that directly impact and support individuals with learning differences, such as dyslexia, ADD, low vision, concussions, and autism.
– The opportunity to work in one of the fastest-growing sectors in tech at the intersection of artificial intelligence and audio.
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Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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