Software Engineer, Data Infrastructure & Acquisition - New York, NY, USA
speechifyNew York, NY
$140,000 per year
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Overview:
We're looking to hire for our Data side of our AI team at Speechify. This role is responsible for all aspects of data collection to support our model training operations. We are able to build high‑quality datasets at petabyte‑scale and low cost through a tight integration of infrastructure, engineering, and research work. We are looking for a skilled Software Engineer to join us.
What You’ll Do:
Be scrappy to find new sources of audio data and bring it into our ingestion pipeline
Operate and extend the cloud infrastructure for our ingestion pipeline, currently running on GCP and managed with Terraform
Collaborate closely with our scientists to shift the cost, throughput, and quality frontier, delivering richer data at bigger scale and lower cost to power our next‑generation models
Collaborate with others on the AI team and Speechify leadership to craft the AI team’s dataset roadmap to power Speechify’s next‑generation consumer and enterprise productsAn Ideal Candidate Should HaveBS/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 and professional experience with at least one major cloud provider (we use GCP)
Experience with web crawlers and large‑scale data processing workflows is a plus
Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities
Strong communication skills, both written and verbalWhat we offer A fast‑growing environment where you can help shape the company and product
An entrepreneurial‑minded team that supports risk, intuition, and hustle
A hands‑off management approach so you can focus and do your best work
An opportunity to make a big impact in a transformative industry
Competitive salaries, a friendly and laid‑back atmosphere, and a commitment to building a great asynchronous culture
Opportunity to work on a life‑changing product that millions of people use
Build products that directly impact and support people with learning differences such as dyslexia, ADD, low vision, concussions, autism, and more
Work in one of the fastest‑growing sectors of tech, the intersection of artificial intelligence and audioCompensation
The United States base salary range for this full‑time position is $140,000–$200,000 + bonus + equity depending on experience.
EEO Statement:
Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Speechify does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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Location
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