Senior Backend Software Engineer, Tinder

• Deep expertise in one or more backend languages: TypeScript, Python, or Java
• Strong experience with distributed systems, REST APIs, and backend microservices
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, AWS, and cloud-native tooling
• Prior experience using or integrating AI dev-tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, LLMs, prompt frameworks)
• Strong fundamentals in system design, debugging, and code review

Desirable

• As a Backend Engineer on the Velocity team, you’ll be part of a high-impact group responsible for supercharging engineering speed across Tinder
• Velocity builds the systems, AI-driven tools, and internal platforms that let product and engineering teams prototype, ship, and scale connection experiences faster than ever before
• You’ll work at the core of Tinder’s technical innovation engine—designing distributed systems that support AI-powered developer tooling, automating workflows, and eliminating bottlenecks that slow product iteration
• From accelerating CI/CD pipelines to integrating AI agents into engineering workflows, your work will help hundreds of developers move with confidence and speed
• Design, build, and operate scalable backend services that power AI-assisted development tools and automated workflows
• Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and designers to understand their pain points and deliver high-leverage solutions
• Contribute to foundational systems that drive Tinder's engineering velocity and developer experience
• Integrate AI tools like Copilot, ChatGPT, or LangGraph to streamline common dev workflows
• Monitor system health, maintain critical services, and lead improvements across CI/CD, build systems, and internal platforms