SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER, BACKEND

• Req#: 30efb0b1-00bc-405b-919a-7fe32abbcdfd Senior Software Engineer, Backend Palo Alto, California, US / Tinder Engineering / Full-time / Hybrid Apply for this job

Our Mission As humans, there are few things more exciting than meeting someone new. At Tinder, were inspired by the challenge of keeping the magic of human connection alive. With tens of millions of users, hundreds of millions of downloads, 2+ billion swipes per day, 20+ million matches per day, and a presence in 190+ countries, our reach is expansiveand rapidly growing. We work together to solve complex problems. Behind the simplicity of every match, we think deeply about human relationships, behavioral science, network economics, AI and ML, online and real-world safety, cultural nuances, loneliness, love, sex, and more. Our Values Member Safety: Our top priority is to build an authentic, equitable, and respectful community Diversity: We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members Authenticity + Collaboration: We encourage authenticity to nurture a trustworthy, collaborative environment Big Ideas: We champion and rally behind big ideas, empowering people to think and act differently and to be unafraid of having a strong point of view Innovation: We never stand still; were inspired to build for whats next, and we must constantly innovate, experiment, and learn 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 highmaking the level of impact each engineer gets to have at Tinder enormous. The primary goal of the Discovery Backend team is to build an infrastructure that improves the user experience and unlocks the possibilities of the product. By using expertise in scalable architectures, distributed systems, and performance optimization, the team ensures that the backend systems can handle significant scale and maintain high availability. Through their innovative solutions, they work towards diversifying the user experience, offering new features, and expanding the product's capabilities. Where you'll work: The position is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration three days per week. This position can be located in Palo Alto, CA. In this role, you will:

• Architecture and Design: Take a lead role in crafting the backend architecture of the system, considering scalability, reliability, and performance requirements. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to ensure alignment with overall system goals.
• Development and Implementation: Write clean, efficient, and scalable code for the backend components of the system. Implement robust and optimized solutions to handle large volumes of data, high traffic loads, and concurrent requests.
• Collaboration and Mentoring: Collaborate with multi-functional teams, including client developers, product managers, and designers, to ensure smooth integration and functionality across the system. Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing standard methodologies and fostering their growth.
• Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve complex technical issues, including system failures, performance degradations, and bugs. Apply strong problem-solving skills and use appropriate debugging tools to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Document architectural designs, system components, and deployment processes to ensure knowledge transfer and maintain system documentation up-to-date. Share knowledge and insights with the team through presentations, tech talks, and code reviews.

You'll need:

• Strong proficiency in Java programming language.
• Experience with building RESTful APIs and integrating third-party APIs.
• Understanding of microservices architecture and related technologies like message queues and service discovery
• Expertise in developing backend applications using Spring Boot framework. In-depth knowledge of Spring concepts such as dependency injection, MVC architecture, and data access.
• Proficient in working with databases, including NoSQL and SQL frameworks (e.g. DynamoDB and MySQL).
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).

Nice to have:

• Proficiency in TypeScript and a solid understanding of Node.js and its ecosystem, including NPM and package management.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS
• Knowledge of caching mechanisms like Redis or Memcached.
• Proficiency in DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and deployment automation
• BS/MS in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent work experience.

As a full-time employee, youll enjoy:

• Unlimited PTO (with no waiting period), 10 annual Wellness Days
• Time off to volunteer and charitable donations matched up to $15,000 annually
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
• 100% 401(k) employer match up to 10%, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 100% paid parental leave (including for non-birthing parents), family forming benefits, and Milk Stork, which provides access to breast milk shipping for business travel, surrogacy, and employee relocation
• Investment in your development: mentorship through our MentorMatch program, access to 6,000+ online courses through Udemy, and an annual $3,000 stipend for your professional development
• Investment in your wellness: access to mental health support via Modern Health, BetterHelp, and Insight Timer; paid concierge medical membership, pet insurance, fitness membership subsidy, and commuter subsidy
• $500 work-from-home stipend to set you up for remote work
• Free subscription to Tinder Gold

$180,000 - $200,000 a year Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in California. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting. Commitment to Inclusion At Tinder, we dont just accept difference, we celebrate it. We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members around the world, and we value unique perspectives and backgrounds. Even if you dont meet all the listed qualifications, we invite you to apply and show us how your skills could transfer. Tinder is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we welcome people of all sexes, gender identities, races, ethnicities, disabilities, and other lived experiences. Learn more here: https://www.lifeattinder.com/dei Apply for this job

In the 20+ years since we pioneered online dating, hundreds of millions of members from all ages, races, genders, sexual orientations, and backgrounds have used our apps to form meaningful connections. Were still on the cutting edge of bringing people together, revolutionizing the way people connect.

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