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Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Austin, TX, USA - Speechify
Software Engineer
Lead the Web Core product and Chrome Extension, driving architecture, performance, and feature delivery for a high‑traffic text‑to‑speech platform using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Node.js.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and ship scalable, high‑performance Web Core and Chrome Extension features that serve millions of users.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define product vision, prioritize backlog, and deliver on time.
- Mentor and guide engineering teammates, fostering best practices in code quality, testing, and CI/CD.
- Own end‑to‑end feature lifecycle from design to production, ensuring robust performance and security.
- Drive continuous improvement of build pipelines, tooling, and developer experience.
Requirements
- 5+ years of full‑stack web development experience, with deep expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript and React.
- Proven track record building and scaling Chrome Extensions or similar browser‑based products.
- Strong understanding of web performance, accessibility, and security best practices.
- Experience with Node.js, modern build tools, and cloud deployment (AWS/GCP).
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for mentoring and leading high‑performing teams.
Skills
javascripttypescriptreactnodejs