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Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Birmingham, United Kingdom - Speechify
Software Engineer
Lead the design and delivery of Speechify’s Web Core product and Chrome Extension, driving performance, accessibility, and feature innovation using React, TypeScript, and Node.js.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and implement scalable, high‑performance web and Chrome Extension features using React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define product requirements, prioritize backlogs, and deliver on time.
- Champion best practices in code quality, testing, and CI/CD pipelines for web and extension codebases.
- Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with accessibility standards and optimize performance across browsers and devices.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience building web applications and Chrome Extensions.
- Strong proficiency in React, TypeScript, and JavaScript (ES6+).
- Hands‑on experience with Node.js, Webpack, and modern build tools.
- Deep understanding of web performance, accessibility, and security best practices.
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for mentoring and collaboration.
Skills
reacttypescriptjavascriptnodejs