Software Engineer, Platform - Fort Collins, CO, USA

The Software Engineer, Platform is responsible for building and maintaining backend services that support payments, analytics, subscriptions, text-to-speech functionality, and external APIs. This role contributes to creating scalable and efficient backend architectures that enhance user experience and align with product strategies. It is suited for candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments, make strategic product decisions, and have a passion for delivering high-quality technical solutions.

3. Responsibilities:

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

• Manage and optimize the backend API ecosystem for performance and scalability

• Collaborate on B2B solutions focusing on enterprise client customization and integration

• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure backend architecture supports overall product goals and user experience

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

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform and familiarity with other cloud providers such as AWS or Azure

• Ability to efficiently prioritize and implement tasks based on impact and urgency

• Preferred: Experience with Docker and containerized deployments

• Preferred: Experience 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

• Flexible asynchronous remote work culture

• Opportunity to work on products aiding individuals with learning differences

• Engagement in 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 develops text-to-speech technology designed to remove reading as a barrier to learning. Its products convert various text formats into audio, enabling users to read faster and retain more information. The platform is used by over 50 million people worldwide and includes applications across multiple devices and browsers. The team operates fully remotely, with nearly 200 employees globally, including engineers and researchers from leading tech companies and academic institutions.