Sr. Software Engineer, Backend

Tinder, the revolutionary dating app that has transformed how people connect globally, is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their Velocity team. This role sits at the intersection of innovation and scale, working on systems that power the development experience for hundreds of engineers.

The position offers an opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly influence Tinder's technical capabilities and engineering speed. As part of the Velocity team, you'll be responsible for building and maintaining the systems and AI-driven tools that enable rapid product iteration and deployment across the platform. This includes everything from optimizing CI/CD pipelines to implementing sophisticated AI integrations that streamline development workflows.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in backend technologies like TypeScript, Python, or Java, combined with strong experience in distributed systems and cloud infrastructure. You'll need to be comfortable working with modern development tools and practices, including Kubernetes, AWS, and various AI development tools like GitHub Copilot and LLMs.

What makes this role particularly exciting is its position at the core of Tinder's technical innovation engine. You'll be working on projects that directly impact the productivity and effectiveness of engineering teams across the organization. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge technologies and the chance to solve complex technical challenges at scale.

Tinder's culture emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and embracing diversity. The company values problem-solving abilities and encourages taking calculated risks to drive innovation. With competitive compensation ($195,000 - $215,000) and the flexibility of hybrid work in Palo Alto, this position offers an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact at one of the world's leading dating platforms.

The role combines technical depth with strategic thinking, requiring someone who can both architect robust systems and understand the broader impact of their work on the engineering organization. If you're passionate about developer tooling, AI integration, and building systems that empower other engineers, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of how Tinder builds and ships software.