Senior Software Engineer, Core Experiences - Springfield, USA

SpeechifySpeechify·Remote(United States)
Software Development

WFA Digital Insight

As demand for seamless digital experiences grows, Speechify is at the forefront with its innovative audio information platform. With a 34% increase in demand for skilled software engineers in 2025, this role stands out for its focus on core experiences and Kotlin development. Candidates should be prepared to showcase their systems thinking, collaboration skills, and passion for simple, reliable APIs.

Job Description

About the Role

Speechify is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join its Core Experiences Team, building and maintaining foundational services and SDKs that power the product experience across platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with product teams to scope projects and deliver solutions via the cross-platform SDK
  • Optimize existing functionality for faster loading and intelligent parsing
  • Ship cloud functions, lightweight backend services, and jobs using Kotlin

Requirements

  • Systems thinking with a focus on end-to-end design and simplicity
  • Ability to work quickly and make decisions on shipping features
  • Collaboration and negotiation skills with designers, marketers, and PMs

Nice to Have

  • Prior experience with GCP is a plus

Benefits

  • Fast-growing environment with a hands-off management approach
  • Opportunity to make a big impact in a transformative industry

How to Stand Out

  • Showcase your Kotlin skills with practical examples of optimizing code for faster loading and parsing.
  • Prepare to discuss your approach to systems thinking and how you simplify complex problems.
  • Highlight your collaboration experience, especially with cross-functional teams like designers and marketers.
  • Be ready to explain your decision-making process when shipping features and how you prioritize tasks.
  • Demonstrate your passion for reliable APIs and how you ensure simplicity in your designs.

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