Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications - Tallinn, Estonia

📋 Description

• Lead Windows desktop app design/architecture using Windows App SDK, WinUI, C#, XAML.
• Define/enforce Windows desktop best practices: architecture, performance, memory, UI responsiveness.
• Lead accessibility: UI Automation support, focus control, keyboard navigation, screen readers.
• Collaborate with designers/QA/PM to shape feature planning and Windows roadmap.
• Own full feature lifecycle from conception to release and maintenance.
• Identify/resolve bugs, perf bottlenecks, memory leaks, rendering issues; propose fixes.

🎯 Requirements

• 3+ years Windows desktop dev with Windows App SDK/WinUI, C#, XAML; ideally C++.
• Deep understanding of Windows app architecture and .NET-native interop.
• Proven track record delivering reliable, high-performance desktop apps.
• Strong experience with Windows accessibility APIs (UI Automation) and inclusive design.
• Solid fundamentals: OOP, patterns, data structures, algorithms, memory management.
• Experience leading design, mentoring, code reviews, architecture decisions.

🎁 Benefits

• High-impact role shaping Windows product architecture and user experience.
• Collaborative, flat culture; you are a builder and decision-maker.
• Opportunities to lead; mentor; grow into Tech Lead/Architect.
• Flexibility, autonomy; own features end-to-end; contribute to vision.
• Purpose-driven mission: reliable, accessible, user-centered software.
• Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.