Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension
Speechify · Germany
Job Description
Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension (Remote)
Speechify's mission is to ensure that reading is never a barrier to learning. Over 50 million people use our text-to-speech products to transform reading materials into audio, enabling them to read faster, consume more content, and improve retention. Our offerings include iOS and Android apps, a Mac app, a Chrome Extension, and a Web App. We've been recognized by Google as the Chrome Extension of the Year and by Apple as App of the Day.
We operate as a fully distributed company with nearly 200 employees worldwide, including engineers, AI research scientists, and other professionals from leading tech companies and academic institutions.
This is a key role ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced environments, is passionate about product decisions, and has a proven track record of building exceptional user experiences. We foster a flat organizational structure where strong technical skills and consistent delivery of results can lead to leadership opportunities. A strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a drive to win are essential. Our interview process is efficient, aiming for completion within one week.
What You'll Do
- Ship production code for our web products.
- Collaborate closely with your dedicated product team.
- Contribute to product discussions and help shape the product roadmap.
- Develop new and exciting features that impact millions of users.
An Ideal Candidate Should Have
- Experience: Proven ability to build and ship products that have scaled to thousands or millions of users.
- Customer Obsession: Passion for the field and a commitment to building high-quality products that meet customer needs.
- Speed: Ability to generate ideas quickly and discern what can be shipped now versus what requires more time.
- Focus: Skill in navigating a fast-paced startup environment, knowing when to engage and when to focus.
- Collaboration: Experience inspiring, working with, and negotiating effectively with designers, marketers, and product managers.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Vanilla JS, ReactJS, Redux, Firebase, and TypeScript.
What We Offer
- A fast-growing environment where you can help shape our culture.
- An entrepreneurial team that supports risk-taking, intuition, and hustle.
- A hands-off management approach to empower you to do your best work.
- The opportunity to make a significant impact in a transformative industry.
- Competitive salary, a collaborative atmosphere, and a commitment to building a great asynchronous work culture.
If you believe you're a good fit, please tell us more about yourself and your interest in the role when you apply. Include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn.
Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
✨ This description was enhanced by AI based on the original listing.