About the job
Speechify aims to remove barriers to reading and learning. Over 50 million people use Speechify’s text-to-speech technology to turn PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and web pages into audio, helping users read faster and understand more.
The company’s products span iOS, Android, Mac, a Chrome extension, and a web app. Speechify has earned recognition from Google as Chrome Extension of the Year and received Apple’s 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity.
Speechify’s team is fully remote, with around 200 people from organizations like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. The group includes frontend and backend engineers, AI researchers, and professionals from high-growth startups and top PhD programs. Collaboration and innovation are central to how the team works, without a physical office.
Role Overview
The Platform Software Engineer will join the team responsible for all backend services at Speechify. This includes payments, analytics, subscriptions, product features, text-to-speech infrastructure, and external APIs. The role suits engineers who enjoy shaping products, working at scale, and building strong user experiences.
Speechify’s flat structure gives engineers room to lead by demonstrating technical skill and delivering results. The team values a strong work ethic, clear communication, and a drive to compete and improve.
The interview process involves several technical assessments, usually completed within one week.
What You Will Do
- Design, build, and maintain APIs, including public TTS API, payment and subscription systems, authentication, and usage tracking, with a focus on scalability and business needs.
- Oversee the backend API ecosystem, aiming for high performance and maintainability.
- Collaborate on B2B solutions, supporting customization and integration for enterprise partners.
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure backend architecture supports product strategy and user experience goals.
Location
This is a remote position based in Spokane, WA, USA.

