Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications

Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications - Bridgeport, USA Mission Speechifys mission is to ensure that reading is never a barrier to learning. Over 50 million people use our text?to?speech productsincluding iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome Extension, and Web Appto turn PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio, enabling faster, deeper, and more retained reading. What Youll Do Lead the design, architecture, and development of native Windows desktop applications using the Windows App SDK, WinUI (or related UI frameworks), C#, XAML, andwhen neededC++. Define and enforce best?practice standards for performance, memory usage, responsive UI, cross?version compatibility (Windows?10/11+), and maintainability. Drive accessibility efforts by integrating and validating support for Microsoft UI Automation and other Windows accessibility frameworks, ensuring keyboard navigation and screen?reader support for users with disabilities. Collaborate with product designers, UX researchers, QA, and stakeholders to shape feature planning, UI/UX architecture, and the long?term roadmap for the Windows platform. Diagnose and resolve complex bugs, performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, rendering issues, and compatibility problems, proposing robust architectural or design solutions. Qualifications Required 3+ years of Windows desktop application development experience with Windows App SDK, WinUI (or similar), C#, XAML; ideally additional experience with native Windows code (C++, Win32/WinRT/COM). Deep understanding of Windows application architecture and interop between managed and native code. Proven track record of designing, building, and shipping production?quality desktop applications with emphasis on reliability, performance, scalability, and maintainability. Strong experience with accessibility APIs on Windows and a dedication to building inclusive software. Excellent fundamentals: OOP, design patterns, data structures, algorithms, memory management, multi?threading or async programming. Experience leading technical design, mentoring other engineers, conducting code reviews, and making architecture?level decisions. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross?functionally and drive consensus. User?centric mindset focused on polished, intuitive, accessible experiences for end users. Preferred / Bonus Experience writing automated tests for UIunit, integration, and UI automation tests. Experience with performance optimization for desktop apps. Experience with localization, right?to?left UI support, internationalization, and cross?regional accessibility. Familiarity with telemetry, analytics, crash reporting, logging, and error monitoring. Experience shaping CI/CD workflows, release pipelines, and deployment strategies for desktop applications. Ability to take ownership of feature areas and manage technical debt long term. What We Offer A high?impact role that defines architecture and shapes the future of our Windows product. A collaborative, flat?structure engineering culture that values decision?making. Opportunities to mentor, steer technical direction, and progress into broader leadership roles. Flexibility, autonomy, and responsibility to own features end?to?end and influence long?term vision. A purpose?driven mission focused on building reliable, accessible, user?centered software that makes a real difference. Compensation Base Salary: $140,000$200,000 USD/Year + Stock + Bonus based on experience. How to Apply Tell us about yourself and why you're interested in the role. Include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn. 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. Voluntary Self?Identification As required for government reporting purposes, we may ask candidates to respond to a self?identification survey. Completion is voluntary, and the information will not be considered in hiring decisions. Voluntary Self?Identification Of Disability As a federal contractor, we collect information about disabilities to meet legal obligations. Completing the form is voluntary and confidential. #J-18808-Ljbffr