Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Colombo, Sri Lanka

About Speechify

Speechify is seeking a Tech Lead for the Web Core Product & Chrome Extension to help shape the future of our web platform and browser extension from Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Role Overview

As Tech Lead, you will own the technical direction, architecture, and delivery of the Web Core Product and Chrome Extension. You will mentor engineers, collaborate with product and design teams, and ensure high performance, reliability, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Web Core Product and Chrome Extension from end-to-end.
• Define technical roadmap, architecture, and coding standards.
• Mentor and grow a team of frontend engineers; conduct code reviews.
• Collaborate with product, design, and backend teams to deliver features on schedule.
• Ensure performance, accessibility, security, and automated testing.

Requirements

• Strong frontend engineering experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks (e.g., React).
• Proven experience building Chrome extensions and web applications.
• Experience in a senior or lead role, mentoring others and owning technical decisions.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, testing strategies, and performance optimization.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.

Location

Colombo, Sri Lanka — on-site

How to Apply

Apply via the Greenhouse posting: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/speechify/jobs/5614905004