Qualifications
Role ResponsibilitiesLead the design, architecture, and development of cutting-edge native Windows desktop applications utilizing Windows App SDK, WinUI, C#, XAML, and occasionally C++. Establish and uphold best practices for Windows desktop application development, focusing on code architecture, performance optimization, memory management, responsive UI, cross-version compatibility (Windows 10/11+), and maintainability. Champion accessibility initiatives by integrating and validating support for accessibility APIs (such as Microsoft UI Automation), ensuring that UI controls, focus management, keyboard navigation, screen-reader compatibility, and overall usability meets the needs of users with disabilities. Work collaboratively with product designers, UX researchers, QA specialists, and other stakeholders to influence feature planning, UI/UX architecture, and the long-term strategy for the Windows platform. Oversee the complete lifecycle of features: from conception and design to implementation, testing, release, and maintenance, ensuring quality, reliability, and consistency across all releases. Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex bugs, performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, rendering issues, and compatibility challenges, proposing robust architectural or design solutions.
About the job
About Speechify
Speechify builds tools that remove barriers to learning by turning text into audio. More than 50 million people worldwide use Speechify’s text-to-speech products to convert materials like PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio. This helps users read faster, take in more information, and improve retention. The product lineup includes apps for iOS, Android, Mac, a Chrome extension, and a web app.
Speechify has earned recognition from both Google and Apple, including Chrome Extension of the Year and the 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity.
Team and Culture
The team numbers nearly 200 and works fully remote, with no central office. Members include frontend and backend engineers, AI research scientists, and professionals with backgrounds at Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. The group also features alumni from top PhD programs at Stanford and founders from companies such as Stripe, Vercel, and Bolt.
About Speechify
Speechify is dedicated to revolutionizing the way individuals engage with written content. With a mission to make reading accessible for all, we leverage advanced technology to create intuitive tools that enhance the learning experience. Our recognition by industry giants underscores our commitment to innovation and inclusivity.