Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Internship, Tinder
$47 - $47 an hour
3+ days a week in office
Swipe-based dating app
Be an early applicant
Swipe-based dating app
501-1000 employees
Be an early applicant
$47 - $47 an hour
3+ days a week in office
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To power and inspire realconnectionsby making meeting easy and fun for every new generation of singles.
Role
Who you are
- Interest in cloud computing, DevOps, or infrastructure engineering
- Basic understanding of cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure (from coursework or personal learning)
- Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Python, Go, or Bash)
- Curiosity about infrastructure tools like Docker, Kubernetes, or Terraform (bonus if you’ve used them)
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- Even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications, we invite you to apply and show us how your skills could transfer
What the job involves
- The internship program will run from June 1 through August 31, 2026
- This is a hybrid role that requires in-office collaboration three days per week in Los Angeles
- As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Intern, you’ll work with experienced engineers who design, build, and maintain the systems that keep Tinder running at scale
- You’ll gain real-world experience learning how large-scale cloud environments operate and help ensure our platform is reliable, secure, and efficient
- Learn how Tinder manages and scales cloud infrastructure that supports millions of users
- Assist in building and automating tools that help monitor, deploy, and maintain cloud-based systems
- Work on improving system reliability, performance, and security under guidance from senior engineers
- Collaborate with engineering teams across the organization to support development and deployment workflows
- Participate in team meetings, and code reviews
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.
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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.
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