Qualifications
What You’ll DoTake the lead in designing, architecting, and developing native Windows desktop applications utilizing Windows App SDK, WinUI (or similar UI frameworks), C#, XAML, and, as necessary, C++. Establish and uphold best practices for Windows desktop development, encompassing code architecture, performance optimization, memory management, responsive UI design, cross-version compatibility (Windows 10/11+), and maintainability. Champion accessibility initiatives: integrate and validate support for accessibility APIs (e.g., Microsoft UI Automation) to ensure robust UI controls, effective focus management, keyboard navigation, screen-reader compatibility, and overall usability for users with disabilities. Work closely with product designers, UX researchers, QA, and other stakeholders to influence feature planning, UI/UX architecture, and the long-term strategy for the Windows platform. Oversee the complete feature lifecycle: from conception and design to implementation, testing, release, and maintenance, ensuring quality and reliability throughout. Diagnose and troubleshoot intricate bugs, performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, rendering challenges, and compatibility issues, proposing effective architectural or design solutions.
About the job
About Speechify
Speechify builds tools that help people read and learn without barriers. Over 50 million users rely on our text-to-speech products to turn reading materials, PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites, into audio. Our technology supports faster reading, better retention, and stronger comprehension.
The Speechify product lineup includes apps for iOS, Android, and Mac, a Chrome extension, and a web app. We’ve earned recognition from both Google (Chrome Extension of the Year) and Apple (2025 Design Award for Inclusivity), reflecting our focus on accessible reading experiences.
Team and Workplace
Nearly 200 people work at Speechify, all fully remote. There is no physical office. Our team brings together frontend and backend engineers, AI research scientists, and specialists from companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. Many colleagues are also alumni of top programs such as Stanford and have experience at startups like Stripe, Vercel, and Bolt.
About Speechify
Speechify is a leading technology company focused on making reading accessible for everyone. Our award-winning text-to-speech products empower users to convert their reading materials into audio, enhancing learning and comprehension. We pride ourselves on our fully remote work environment, attracting top talent from across the globe to innovate and expand our offerings in assistive technology.