Join the innovative team at Speechify as a Tech Lead, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing web products and creating exceptional user experiences for millions of users.

About the Company

Speechify is on a mission to eliminate reading barriers to learning. With over 50 million users leveraging its innovative text-to-speech products, Speechify transforms various reading materials – from PDFs and books to Google Docs and news articles – into accessible audio content. The company's suite includes applications for iOS, Android, Mac, and a notable Chrome Extension, celebrated by Google as the "Chrome Extension of the Year."

Operating with a fully distributed team of nearly 200 professionals, Speechify has cultivated a collaborative culture without a physical office. Comprising talented engineers and researchers from tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, the organization fosters an environment of innovation and strategic thinking.

Role Overview

As a Tech Lead for Web Core Product and Chrome Extension, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience for millions of Speechify users. This exciting position is ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to delivering exceptional product experiences. The role demands excellent technical skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to communicate effectively in a distributed setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively ship production code and contribute to enhancing the web products.
• Collaborate closely with your dedicated product team to influence product conversation and roadmap.
• Engage in discussions aimed at shaping new features that will resonate positively with users.
• Ensure that your contributions impact millions of lives, improving the accessibility of reading materials.

Tech Stack

The technology stack you will work with includes:

• Vanilla JS
• ReactJS
• Redux
• Firebase
• Typescript

The ideal candidate will understand these technologies well and be able to leverage them to maximize product delivery and user experience improvements.

• Experience: Proven track record of building and shipping products that engage thousands or millions of users.
• Customer Obsession: Passionate about creating high-quality products that meet customer needs.
• Speed: Ability to generate ideas quickly, with a keen sense of prioritization on what can be achieved promptly versus requiring more time.
• Focus: Ability to work effectively within a high-growth startup environment, knowing when to engage with the team and when to focus independently.
• Collaboration: Strong skills in inspiring and negotiating with designers, marketers, and product managers.
• Tech Stack Proficiency: Familiarity with Vanilla JS, ReactJS, Redux, Firebase, and Typescript is essential.

• A dynamic environment that empowers you to help shape the company culture.
• A supportive crew that values risk-taking, intuition, and a proactive mindset.
• Autonomy to focus on your work without micromanagement.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact within a transformative sector.
• Competitive salary along with a collegiate atmosphere fostering asynchronous collaboration.