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Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Cambridge, MA, USA - 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 modern web technologies.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and implement high‑performance, accessible web and Chrome Extension features using React and TypeScript.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define product roadmaps and translate user needs into scalable code.
- Lead code reviews, enforce best practices, and mentor junior engineers on web core principles.
- Optimize rendering, bundle size, and runtime performance to meet strict Web Core metrics.
- Integrate with backend services via Node.js and REST/GraphQL APIs, ensuring secure and efficient data flow.
Requirements
- 5+ years of full‑stack web development experience, with a strong focus on front‑end performance.
- Proven track record building and maintaining Chrome Extensions.
- Deep knowledge of React, TypeScript, JavaScript, and modern build tooling.
- Experience with performance monitoring tools (Lighthouse, Web Vitals) and continuous optimization.
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for mentoring and knowledge sharing.
Skills
reacttypescriptjavascriptnodejs