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Platform Software Engineer - Dayton, OH, USA

SpeechifyDayton, OH, USA
Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Entry Level

Qualifications

To excel in this role, candidates should possess: Proficiency in backend development technologies and frameworks. Experience with API design and implementation. Strong understanding of cloud services and infrastructure. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment. A passion for creating user-centric solutions.

About the job

Speechify’s mission is to remove barriers to reading and open up learning for all. Over 50 million people use Speechify’s text-to-speech tools to turn any reading material, PDFs, books, Google Docs, news, or websites, into audio. Users can listen, learn, and retain information more easily. The product suite includes iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome extension, and web apps. Speechify was recently named Chrome Extension of the Year by Google, and received Apple’s 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity.

The team is fully remote, with nearly 200 professionals from around the world. Colleagues include frontend and backend engineers, AI research scientists, and specialists from Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Stanford, Stripe, Vercel, and Bolt.

Role overview

Based in Dayton, OH, the Platform Software Engineer joins the team responsible for all backend services. This includes payments, analytics, subscriptions, new product features, text-to-speech capabilities, and external APIs.

This position suits engineers who enjoy making product decisions that directly impact users, thrive in change, and focus on delivering excellent user experiences. Speechify values technical excellence, initiative, and a strong work ethic. The culture is flat, engineers are trusted with leadership and ownership.

What you will do

  • Design, build, and maintain APIs, including public text-to-speech APIs and internal APIs for payments, subscriptions, authentication, and usage tracking.
  • Oversee the backend API ecosystem, with attention to performance and maintainability.
  • Collaborate on B2B solutions, with a focus on customization and integration for enterprise clients.
  • Work alongside cross-functional teams to ensure backend architecture supports product strategy and enhances the user experience.

Interview process

The process includes several technical interviews, typically completed within one week.

About Speechify

Speechify is dedicated to removing reading barriers to facilitate learning for individuals around the globe. Our innovative text-to-speech technology is empowering millions to engage with content more effectively.

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