Software Engineer, Tinder

Web

$150-170k

Salary applicable for candidates based in Los Angeles, CA, may vary in other locations

React

TypeScript

Redux

JavaScript

Cypress

Jest

Babel

Senior and Expert level

Los Angeles

San Francisco Bay Area

Office located in West Hollywood, CA or Palo Alto, CA

Swipe-based dating app

Open for applications

Swipe-based dating app

501-1000 employees

B2CRetailB2BSocialDatingAdvertising

Open for applications

$150-170k

Salary applicable for candidates based in Los Angeles, CA, may vary in other locations

React

TypeScript

Redux

JavaScript

Cypress

Jest

Babel

Senior and Expert level

Los Angeles

San Francisco Bay Area

Office located in West Hollywood, CA or Palo Alto, CA

501-1000 employees

B2CRetailB2BSocialDatingAdvertising

Company mission

To power and inspire realconnectionsby making meeting easy and fun for every new generation of singles.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

3+ years of experience building web applications using modern technologies such as React/Redux, Typescript, Javascript, etc
5+ years of experience working with browser APIs and front-end developer tools such as Webpack, babel, Jest, Cypress, React Storybook, etc
You possess a deep knowledge of JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 as well as different web architectures
Experience collaborating with product owners, designers and other specialists to build rich end-to-end user experiences
Experience analyzing and optimizing web application performance
An advocate for good code quality and best engineering practices

Desirable

Experience with accessibility and integrating WCAG guidelines into large-scale React ecosystems

What the job involves

Frontend Development: Design, implement, and maintain responsive and interactive web applications using modern web technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, etc.) with accessibility in mind
Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code while following coding standards and best practices
Testing and Quality Assurance: Develop and execute test cases to ensure the reliability and functionality of web applications and to ensure the web app maintains its accessibility standards
Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, provide technical insights, and contribute to the overall product roadmap
Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve issues reported by users or QA testers promptly

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 sing-ups and swipe-based interface, have revolutionized 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 capitalize 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

Leadership

Jonathan Badeen

(Co-Founder)

Previously Director of Design at Casting Networks before starting Tinder in 2012. Served as the Chief Strategy Officer at Tinder from 2016 to 2022.

Sean Rad

(Co-Founder)

Received an honorary degree from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. Founder of Rad Fund.

Salary benchmarks

We don't have enough data yet to provide salary benchmarks for this role.

Submit your salary to help other candidates with crowdsourced salary estimates.

Share this job

View 18 more jobs at Tinder