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Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Riverside, CA, 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 JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Chrome Extension APIs.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and implement high‑performance, accessible Web Core and Chrome Extension features using JavaScript, TypeScript, and React.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define product roadmaps, prioritize features, and deliver on tight timelines.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of code quality, testing, and continuous improvement.
- Optimize bundle size, load times, and runtime performance across browsers and devices.
- Integrate with backend services, third‑party APIs, and cloud infrastructure to support real‑time text‑to‑speech workflows.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience building large‑scale web applications and Chrome Extensions.
- Deep expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and modern build tooling (Webpack, Rollup).
- Strong understanding of browser APIs, performance profiling, and accessibility standards.
- Experience with CI/CD, automated testing, and code review best practices.
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for mentoring and knowledge sharing.
Skills
javascripttypescriptreact