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Senior Software Engineer for Windows/Desktop Applications

SpeechifyVilnius, Lithuania
Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

ResponsibilitiesLead the design, architecture, and development of native Windows desktop applications utilizing Windows App SDK, WinUI (or similar frameworks), C#, XAML, and occasionally C++. Establish and uphold best practices for Windows desktop application development concerning code architecture, performance, memory efficiency, responsive UI, cross-version compatibility (Windows 10/11+), and maintainability. Champion accessibility initiatives: ensure compatibility with accessibility APIs (e.g., Microsoft UI Automation) and validate UI controls, focus management, keyboard navigation, screen-reader support, and overall usability for users with disabilities. Work closely with product designers, UX researchers, QA, and various stakeholders to influence feature planning, UI/UX architecture, and the long-term development roadmap for the Windows platform. Oversee the entire lifecycle of features, from conception through design, implementation, testing, release, and maintenance, ensuring quality and consistency across updates. Diagnose and resolve complex issues such as bugs, performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, and compatibility problems, while proposing effective architectural or design solutions.

About the job

About Speechify

Speechify builds tools that turn written content into audio, helping people read and learn without barriers. More than 50 million people worldwide use Speechify’s text-to-speech products to convert PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites into spoken word. The product suite covers iOS, Android, Mac, a Chrome Extension, and a Web App.

Recognition includes Google’s Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple’s 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity.

Our Team

Nearly 200 people work at Speechify, all remotely. The team includes frontend and backend engineers, AI research scientists, and professionals from companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. Others have joined from top PhD programs (including Stanford) and high-growth startups such as Stripe, Vercel, and Bolt.

About Speechify

Speechify is committed to making reading accessible to everyone. With a user base exceeding 50 million, our text-to-speech products are designed to enhance learning and comprehension across various formats. Our company culture thrives in a fully remote environment, fostering collaboration among an expert team dedicated to innovation and inclusivity.

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