1. About Our Client:
The organization develops text-to-speech technology to make reading accessible and support learning. Serving over 50 million users, its products convert various text formats into audio to enhance reading speed, volume, and retention. The company operates fully remotely with a global team of nearly 200 professionals, including engineers and AI researchers from leading technology firms and academic programs.
2. About the Opportunity:
The Software Engineer, Platform is responsible for designing and maintaining backend services critical to the organization''s products, such as payments, analytics, subscriptions, and text-to-speech functionality. This role contributes to building scalable and performant APIs that support both internal needs and enterprise client integrations, directly impacting product experience and business operations.
3. Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain backend APIs including public and internal services
• Ensure APIs meet business and scalability requirements
• Manage backend API performance and maintainability
• Collaborate on B2B solutions for enterprise customization and integration
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align backend architecture with product strategy
4. Requirements:
• Proven backend development experience with TypeScript and Node.js
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform; knowledge of AWS, Azure, or other cloud providers
• Ability to prioritize and implement tasks efficiently based on urgency and impact
• Preferred experience with Docker and containerized deployments
• Preferred proficiency in deploying high-availability applications on Kubernetes
5. Pay Range and Compensation Package:
• United States Based Salary range: 140,000-200,000 USD per year plus bonus and stock options, depending on experience
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
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