Software Engineer, Data Infrastructure & Acquisition - San Francisco, CA, USA at Speechify | San Francisco, California, US | Rezi

Software Engineer, Data Infrastructure & Acquisition - San Francisco, CA, USA at Speechify

Software Engineer, Data Infrastructure & Acquisition - San Francisco, CA, USA

Speechify · San Francisco, California, US

2 months ago

Software Engineer, Data Infrastructure & Acquisition - San Francisco, CA, USA

Speechify · San Francisco, California, US

2 months ago
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About the Role

The mission of Speechify is to ensure reading is never a barrier to learning. This role on the Data side of the AI team is responsible for all aspects of data collection to support model training operations, building high-quality, petabyte-scale datasets at low cost through integrated infrastructure, engineering, and research.

Responsibilities

  • Find new sources of audio data and integrate into the ingestion pipeline.
  • Operate and extend cloud infrastructure for the ingestion pipeline on GCP, managed with Terraform.
  • Collaborate with Scientists to optimize cost, throughput, and quality, delivering richer data at scale for next-generation models.
  • Collaborate with the AI Team and Leadership to craft the dataset roadmap for next-generation consumer and enterprise products.

Requirements

  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
  • 5+ years of industry experience in software development.
  • Proficiency with bash/Python scripting in Linux environments.
  • Proficiency in Docker and Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.
  • Professional experience with at least one major Cloud Provider (GCP).
  • Experience with web crawlers, large-scale data processing workflows is a plus.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Skills

  • bash/Python scripting
  • Linux environments
  • Docker
  • Infrastructure-as-Code
  • GCP
  • Web crawlers
  • Large-scale data processing workflows
  • Communication skills (written and verbal)

Location

  • Remote

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Remote

Experience Level

  • 5+ years of industry experience in software development

Education Level

  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or a related field

Salary/Compensations

  • $140,000-$200,000 base salary + bonus + equity

Benefits

  • Fast-growing environment
  • Entrepreneurial-minded team
  • Hands-off management approach
  • Opportunity for significant impact in a transformative industry
  • Competitive salaries
  • Friendly and laid-back atmosphere
  • Commitment to asynchronous culture
  • Opportunity to work on a life-changing product
  • Build products supporting people with learning differences
  • Work in the fast-growing AI and audio tech sector

About the Company

  • Speechify's mission is to eliminate reading as a barrier to learning.
  • Over 50 million users utilize Speechify's text-to-speech products across iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome Extension, and Web apps to convert text into audio for faster reading and improved comprehension.
  • Recognized as Chrome Extension of the Year by Google and a 2025 Design Award winner for Inclusivity by Apple.
  • A 100% distributed company with nearly 200 global employees, including engineers and AI research scientists from top tech companies and universities.

Equal Opportunity

  • Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
  • Speechify does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.