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Software Engineer, iOS Core Product - Jersey City, NJ, USA - Speechify
Software Engineer
Lead the development of Speechify’s iOS core product, building high‑performance, accessible text‑to‑speech experiences using Swift, AVFoundation, and Core Data to serve millions of users worldwide.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain the iOS core engine that powers Speechify’s text‑to‑speech functionality across PDFs, books, and web content.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate product requirements into scalable, testable Swift code.
- Optimize performance and memory usage for smooth audio playback on a wide range of iOS devices.
- Integrate with backend services, handle data persistence with Core Data, and ensure seamless offline support.
- Write unit and UI tests, participate in code reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices.
Requirements
- 5+ years of iOS development experience with deep expertise in Swift and the iOS SDK.
- Proven track record building high‑quality, production‑ready apps with a focus on performance and accessibility.
- Strong knowledge of AVFoundation, Core Data, and modern iOS architecture patterns.
- Experience with text‑to‑speech engines or audio processing is a plus.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills and a passion for creating inclusive learning tools.