Senior Backend Software Engineer, Tinder

$175-200k

+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan

SQL

TypeScript

Python

Java

Node.js

Golang

Senior level

Los Angeles

San Francisco Bay Area

More information about location

3 days a week in office

Swipe-based dating app

Job no longer available

Swipe-based dating app

1001+ employees

B2CRetailB2BSocialDatingAdvertising

Job no longer available

$175-200k

+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan

SQL

TypeScript

Python

Java

Node.js

Golang

Senior level

Los Angeles

San Francisco Bay Area

More information about location

3 days a week in office

1001+ employees

B2CRetailB2BSocialDatingAdvertising

Company mission

To power and inspire real connections by making meeting easy and fun for every new generation of singles.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

5+ years experience in software development
Ability to write code in Python, Golang or Java
Open to on-call rotations

Desirable

Experience with Typescript or Node.js
Experience with Cloud Services, Distributed DB (SQL/NoSQL)
Experience providing technical leadership and mentor other engineers for best practices

What the job involves

The Engineering team is responsible for building innovative features and resilient systems that bring people together
We're always experimenting with new features to engage with our members
Although we are a high-scale tech company, the member-to-engineer ratio is very high—making the level of impact each engineer gets to have at Tinder enormous
Work with a collaborative team on building new and exciting technologies
Build impactful and possibly open-source development tools using cloud-native technologies
Solve fun and complex problems around microservice architectures and cloud development

Our take

In today's society, online communication is rapidly replacing face-to-face interaction across various aspects of life, including professional, platonic, and even romantic relationships. Dating apps like Tinder, with their quick sign-ups and swipe-based interface, have revolutionised the way people connect.

Tinder's innovative approach has significantly reduced the social stigma associated with online dating. This, coupled with the global rise of smartphones, has created a strong tailwind for the app. However, Tinder faces new challenges from competitors like Hinge, Bumble, and Thursday, who all capitalise on similar "swipe-based" mechanics, potentially attracting users away from the platform.

To address this, Tinder is actively seeking ways to reinvent its core product. The company is exploring the development of "Tinderverse", a shared virtual reality experience. Additionally, it is testing "Tinder Coins", an in-app currency earned through positive user behavior, allowing access to premium features. These initiatives demonstrate Tinder's commitment to remaining at the forefront of the ever-evolving online dating landscape.

Steph

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

42% female employees

-8% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (3.4)

Company

Company benefits

Mind & Body: Take care of yourself with benefits to keep you physically and mentally healthy.
Company Perks: As winners of Comparably’s 2022 Best Company Perks and Benefits Award, we’re proud to say we provide perks that make a difference
Life @ Tinder: We support each other— from informal check-ins to snacks + catered lunches at HQ to the flexibility to take time off when you need it

Company HQ

Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, CA

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