Senior Software Development Engineer In Test, Grindr

Mobile

$135-190k

This role will also be eligible for equity, benefits, and a company bonus program

Java

iOS

Android

Excel

Kotlin

Swift

Espresso

Appium

Git

Senior level

Chicago

San Francisco Bay Area

More information about location

2 days a week in office

Social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people

Job no longer available

Social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people

201-500 employees

B2CMarketplaceSocialDatingMobileeCommerce

Job no longer available

$135-190k

This role will also be eligible for equity, benefits, and a company bonus program

Java

iOS

Android

Excel

Kotlin

Swift

Espresso

Appium

Git

Senior level

Chicago

San Francisco Bay Area

More information about location

2 days a week in office

201-500 employees

B2CMarketplaceSocialDatingMobileeCommerce

Company mission

To make the world where the lives of our global community are free, equal, and just.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Minimum 5 years of experience in a mobile SDET role
Experience with mobile automation frameworks; including Espresso (Android), XCUITest (iOS), or Appium
Strong programming skills in an object oriented language (i.e. Kotlin, Swift, Java)
Significant experience automating repeated tasks and building test coverage with existing tools
Knowledge of test methodologies, writing test plans, creating test cases and debugging
Thorough understanding of the SDLC and tooling (GIT, branching/merging, build systems, CI tools and methodologies)
Experience with API testing or integration (REST APIs)
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, be self motivated, and be goal oriented is essential to excel in this role
Strong English verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

Strong programming skills with Swift or Kotlin
Considerable experience with Espresso or XCUITest automation
Track record of delivering complex automation and new frameworks
Extensive experience with various types of testing including unit, system, integration, user acceptance, regression, usability and end-to-end testing

What the job involves

The SDET Engineer is responsible for architecting new automated test strategies and frameworks in addition to creating, implementing, and automating testing in support of software test requirements
The SDET Engineer works with members from across all of engineering to develop, maintain, and enhance the test automation framework and automation infrastructure
In addition, the SDET Engineer will execute and report on planned tests, report and manage defects, regress software fixes for new and existing features, assist development with replicating and debugging problems and develop new test automation solutions as needed
Champion the quality of the product and strive for team goals
Maintain client automated testing tools and increase automated test coverage
Collaborate with coworkers to enhance existing client automation frameworks, compare alternative testing approaches, and build new systems
Manage Grindr’s cloud testing tools and collaborate with their support teams
Increase efficiency by listening to development feedback and ensuring test framework, execution, and reporting is streamlined and useful
Monitor, investigate, and identify problems during the development process, pair with client development to diagnose and test fixes
Contribute to team’s Agile effort by estimating, measuring and improving through active participation and providing feedback on quality issues
Coordinate and participate in discussions about holistic testing approaches with the development teams, so we have a balance of manual testing, UI automation testing, and unit testing coverage

Our take

Grindr stands out as one of the foremost dating platforms, recognized for its role in fostering connections within the LGBT+ community. Initially conceived as a dating app tailored to gay men - an innovative concept at its inception - the company has evolved to embrace a broader spectrum of identities, proudly positioning itself as "the world's largest social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people".

Offering a complimentary version alongside premium subscription tiers like "Grindr Xtra" and "Grindr Unlimited", Grindr follows the familiar model of many social and dating applications, Despite facing competition from platforms such as Jack'd and Scruff, Grindr maintains its prominence within the market.

In the dynamic landscape of digital connections, Grindr's evolution from a niche dating service to a comprehensive LGBT+ networking hub underscores its enduring relevance. As it navigates the challenges of fierce competition, Grinder remains a pivotal space for individuals to forge meaningful connections and cultivate community within the LGBT+ space.

Kirsty

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Company

Funding (1 round)

Jan 2016

$93m

LATE VC

Total funding: $93m

Company benefits

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees
401k Matching (up to 6%)
Flexible PTO, sick-time, holidays, and two company wide shut-down weeks + an annual travel and leisure stipend
Equity for all employees
Monthly lifestyle stipend for food and wellness as well as fully catered onsite breakfast, lunch, and snacks
Community projects and charitable giving stipend to support LGBTQ+ non-profit organizations alongside Grindr for Equality
Gender Affirmation Fund for transgender and gender non-conforming employees
Queer-inclusive health benefits including LGBTQ consultative healthcare and expanded HRT shipped directly to employees in eligible states
Monthly commuter stipend to get you to and from the office on in-person collaboration days

Company HQ

Central LA, Los Angeles, CA

Leadership

George Arison

(CEO)

Former Product Manager at Google. They are a founding member of Shift. They took over the role of CEO at Grindr from Jeff Bonforte in October 2022.

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