Software Engineer, Platform - Hartford, CT, USA

The Software Engineer, Platform is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining backend APIs and services critical to the organization's product offerings. This role ensures the backend architecture aligns with business goals and supports scalable, high-performing systems. The position contributes directly to product strategy and user experience by managing core backend functions and collaborating with cross-functional teams. It is ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values impactful product decisions.

3. Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust public and internal APIs including text-to-speech, payment, subscription, authentication, and consumption tracking

• Manage and optimize the overall backend API landscape for performance and maintenance

• Collaborate on enterprise B2B solutions focusing on customization and integration

• Work with cross-functional teams to align backend architecture with product strategy and user experience

• Proven experience in backend development using TypeScript and Node.js

• Direct experience with Google Cloud Platform and familiarity with AWS, Azure, or other cloud providers

• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively based on urgency and impact

• Preferred experience with Docker and containerized deployments

• Preferred proficiency in deploying high availability applications on Kubernetes

5. Pay Range and Compensation Package:

• The United States based salary range for this role is 140,000-200,000 USD per year plus bonus and stock, depending on experience

6. Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive compensation

• A dynamic, autonomous work environment that fosters creativity

• Opportunity to impact a product that supports users with learning differences

• Work at the forefront of artificial intelligence and audio technology

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Note

The organization operates in the tech industry, focusing on backend services that support products such as payments, analytics, subscriptions, text-to-speech, and external APIs. It addresses challenges related to building scalable, reliable backend infrastructures that enhance user experience and product functionality. The company is positioned at the intersection of artificial intelligence and audio technology, serving users including those with learning differences like dyslexia and ADD.