Hinge

Backend Engineer Intern

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Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Mobile • Other • Social Impact • Software • App development

Hinge is the dating app designed to be deleted.

The Role

As a Backend Engineer Intern at Tinder, you will collaborate with the engineering team to develop scalable backend services and systems, focusing on improvements and innovations using cutting-edge technologies.

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Our Mission

As humans, there are few things more exciting than meeting someone new. At Tinder, we’re 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 expansive—and 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.

Program Duration

The internship program will run from June 1 through August 31, 2026.

Where you’ll work

This is a hybrid role that requires in-office collaboration three days per week in either Los Angeles or Palo Alto, California.

About the Role

As a Backend Engineer Intern at Tinder, you will partner directly with senior members of the engineering team and be empowered to contribute solutions to Tinder’s backend system. We are deeply invested in improving architecture design, exploring and leveraging new technologies in interesting ways to deliver an app that continues to shape how people connect globally.

What you'll do:

Collaborate across Tinder Engineering on the expansion of our service platform.
Develop and operate scalable and resilient distributed services that run on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Build large scale distributed systems that handle billions of data events a day.
Write unit and integration tests.
Access to cutting-edge Generative AI tools and the opportunity to apply them in real-world engineering work.

What we're looking for:

Aspiring backend developer who’s excited to work on large scale challenges with cutting-edge technology.
Proficiency in coding with at least one language (Java, Scala, Python,Typescript, Nodejs, etc.).
Foundational knowledge of basic Computer Science principles: data structures and algorithms.
Curiosity and creativity in leveraging Generative AI to reimagine feature building and development workflows.
Currently pursuing a BS/BA, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a related field.

Nice to have:

Prior internship or work experience on backend systems.
Completed relevant project experience (i.e. hackathons, personal projects, GitHub, Open Source, volunteer coding experience etc.).
Knowledge of technologies such as; Protocol Buffers, gRPC, Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, ElasticSearch, Redis.
Aware of AWS technologies like; DynamoDB, S3, RDS, ElastiCache.

Commitment to Inclusion

At Tinder, we don’t 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 don’t 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

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition Partner directly.

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Top Skills

Apache Flink

Apache Kafka

AWS

DynamoDB

Elasticache

Elasticsearch

Grpc

Java

Node.js

Protocol Buffers

Python

Rds

Redis

Scala

Typescript

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The Company

New York, NY

305 Employees

Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

In today’s digital world, singles are so focused on sending likes and looking through profiles that they’re not actually building meaningful connections and going on dates. Hinge is on a mission to change that by designing the most effective app experience. We want to create a less lonely world by inspiring intimate, in-person connections. Relationships are at the core of everything we do. And not just the romantic kind. We can't accomplish really hard things alone - so we make great relationships the foundation of our teamwork.

We believe these three core values are what it takes to build those great relationships: Authenticity, we share - never hide - our words, actions, and intentions. Courage, breakthroughs require a willingness to take risks and embrace lofty goals and tough challenges. Empathy, we're all humans first. So we deeply consider the perspectives of others, listen openly, and speak with care.

Why Work With Us

We're mission-driven. While most apps think about boosting sessions and time on app, we think strategically about meaningful end results (dates and relationships).

We're culture-first. We believe in great people over process. Decisions are pushed to the front lines, with feedback and coaching provided by our leaders.

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Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Hinge believes in the power of in-person connection. We have adopted a hybrid model that allows our people to stay connected to each other in-person.

Typical time on-site: 3 days a week

New York, NY

Our office is located in the beautiful Meatpacking district. We're steps away from the Whitney Museum of American Art and the High Line and near Chelsea Market. You'll not only fall in love with us, but with our office.