Frontend Engineer at PlayHT (W23)
$120K - $180K  •  
Our mission is to make Voice AI accessible and useful to all.
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
1+ years
About PlayHT

PlayAI (YC W23) is at the forefront of generative voice and conversational LLMs. With our Speech Synthesis and Voice Cloning models, we are building SOTA conversational AI products.

The mission is clear: we are building hyperrealistic conversational voice agents & voice AI infrastructure to enable every business, developer, and creator to build the most human-like automated experiences to ever exist. This will completely change the way we interact with technology.

The need and demand are clear. This past year, we have raised $20M+ in seed funding and have seen significant growth, with 1M monthly active users and 250K developers, with revenue growing 30% MoM.

About the role

About Us

PlayAI (fka PlayHT, YC '23) is revolutionizing conversational AI with groundbreaking generative voice technology. Our cutting-edge speech synthesis and voice cloning capabilities enable entirely new ways for humans to interact seamlessly and naturally with machines.
We’re at the dawn of a new era—where AI-driven interactions redefine digital experiences. As a Frontend Engineer at PlayAI, you won't just build interfaces—you'll pioneer the next generation of intuitive, dynamic, and human-like digital interactions.
We're hiring frontend engineers across:

  • Web (React/Next.js)

  • Mobile/Desktop (Flutter, including desktop applications)

You don't need experience with every technology we use. If you're passionate, adaptable, and eager to innovate, we encourage you to apply.

What You’ll Do

  • Create and optimize engaging, responsive AI-driven interfaces

  • Collaborate with designers and engineers on interactive, polished UI components

  • Enhance performance using server-side rendering (SSR), static-site generation (SSG), streaming, caching, and optimization strategies

  • Develop and maintain our scalable, consistent design system

  • Stay at the forefront of frontend trends in AI interfaces, web/mobile tech, and performance engineering

Who You Are

  • Frontend developer passionate about UI aesthetics, UX performance, and accessibility

  • Skilled in at least one major frontend framework:

  • Experienced in performance optimization (SSR, SSG, hydration strategies, caching, network efficiency)

  • Capable of transforming Figma designs into polished, production-ready components

  • Familiar with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and modern frameworks like tRPC

  • Enthusiastic about creating groundbreaking AI experiences

  • Adaptable and proactive in fast-paced, iterative environments

What to Include in Your Application

  • Portfolio or GitHub showcasing standout frontend projects—show your creativity!

  • Resume, CV, or LinkedIn profile

  • Additional details highlighting your relevant experience

What We Offer:

  • The opportunity to work on cutting-edge conversational AI products and learn from experienced engineers.

  • A fast-paced environment where you’ll gain experience in product development, infrastructure, and AI systems.

  • Competitive compensation + equity.

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; flexible PTO.

Join PlayAI and help shape the future of conversational AI. Ready to redefine what's possible? Apply now!

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