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Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Newcastle, United Kingdom - Speechify
Software Engineer
Lead the design and delivery of Speechify’s Web Core and Chrome Extension, driving performance, accessibility, and feature innovation using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Node.js.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and implement high‑performance, accessible web core features and Chrome Extension components that enable seamless text‑to‑speech conversion across browsers.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define product requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and deliver scalable, maintainable code.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering best practices in code quality, testing, and continuous integration.
- Optimize rendering pipelines, reduce bundle sizes, and ensure consistent performance across Chrome, Edge, and Firefox.
- Integrate with backend services, manage API contracts, and troubleshoot production issues in a distributed environment.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience building complex web applications and browser extensions.
- Deep expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Node.js with a strong grasp of modern build tools (Webpack, Vite).
- Proven track record of delivering high‑quality, accessible, and performant web products.
- Experience with Chrome Extension APIs, background scripts, and content scripts.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset in a fully distributed team.
Skills
javascripttypescriptreactnodejs