Staff Software Engineer, Backend

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2 Locations
Hybrid
230K-240K Annually
Senior level
Mobile • Social Media
Match Group is the global dating app leader creating meaningful connections for people around the world.
The Role
Design, develop, and operate scalable distributed backend services on Kubernetes or ECS. Collaborate across teams to expand Tinder’s service platform, influence product and technical roadmaps, and mentor or recruit engineers. The role requires strong backend programming, distributed systems, computer science, prioritization, and execution skills, with opportunities to work with cloud platforms, NoSQL databases, messaging systems, and containerization.
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Our Mission
 
Launched in 2012, Tinder® revolutionized how people meet, growing from 1 match to one billion matches in just two years. This rapid growth demonstrates its ability to fulfill a fundamental human need: real connection. Today, the app has been downloaded over 630 million times, leading to over 97 billion matches, serving approximately 50 million users per month in 190 countries and 45+ languages - a scale unmatched by any other app in the category. In 2024, Tinder won four Effie Awards for its first-ever global brand campaign, “It Starts with a Swipe”™
 
 
Our Values

Take the Lead
We don't ghost our work or each other. Just as users don't leave their matches hanging, we don't let each other down.

Move Fast
We have a bias for action and urgency. Something that could be done tomorrow would be better if done today.

Better Together
We keep connection at the heart of dating and at the heart of how we work. Just as our users are better when they connect with others, so are we when we collaborate.

Real Talk
We say the hard thing the human way. Just as we ask our users to behave with kindness and candor in our community, we expect Team Tinder to do the same.

Safety First
We act with integrity, transparency, and consistency so people feel safe—whether they're swiping, matching, or working alongside us.

Spark Fun
We have fun to unlock creativity, fuel innovation, and help us build better experiences for daters.

 
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 high—making the level of impact each engineer gets to have at Tinder enormous.
As a Staff Backend Engineer at Tinder, you will have an outsized impact and ownership of the most visible aspects of the Tinder App. We are deeply invested in challenging norms, constantly improving architecture design, exploring emergent tech and ideas, and leveraging new technologies in interesting ways to deliver an app that is widely known the world over. 

In this role, you will:

  • Design, develop and operate scalable and resilient distributed services that run on Kubernetes or ECS
  • Collaborate with various functional teams across Tinder on the expansion of our service platform
  • Influence the team roadmap and product development
  • Recruit, encourage, and develop other team members

You’ll need:

  • Excellent knowledge and experience with a backend language like Java, Node.js, Go, C++
  • BS/MS in Computer Science or an equivalent field with 5+ years of industry work experience
  • Excellent knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and coding
  • Strong designing and building distributed backend systems handling high volumes of traffic
  • Experience in handling ambiguous business requirements with excellent prioritization, time management abilities, and a focus on execution

Nice to have:

  • Experience with cloud computing systems such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  • Experience in design and development using NoSQL, such as DynamoDB or Cassandra
  • Experience with Redis, ElasticSearch, Kafka, and Spark
  • Experience with TypescriptAgile development methodology and CI/CD
  • Experience with Docker containers
  •  

As a full-time employee, you’ll 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) and family forming benefits
  • 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, paid concierge medical membership, pet insurance, fitness membership subsidy, and commuter subsidy
  • Free subscription to Tinder Gold

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.   #Tinder
 
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.
 
#Tinder

Skills Required

  • Excellent knowledge and experience with a backend language such as Java, Node.js, Go, or C++
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or an equivalent field
  • 5+ years of industry work experience
  • Strong knowledge of computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and coding
  • Experience designing and building distributed backend systems handling high volumes of traffic
  • Ability to handle ambiguous business requirements with strong prioritization, time management, and execution skills
  • Experience with cloud computing systems such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  • Experience with NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB or Cassandra
  • Experience with Redis, Elasticsearch, Kafka, and Spark
  • Experience with TypeScript
  • Experience with Agile development methodology and CI/CD
  • Experience with Docker containers

Match Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Match Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Match Group.

  • Retirement Support — Employer matching on retirement savings and access to an employee stock purchase program are highlighted as standout elements. Feedback suggests this creates strong long-term financial support as part of total rewards.
  • Parental & Family Support — Fully paid parental leave, fertility and family-forming support, and childcare resources are emphasized across materials. Feedback suggests these benefits meaningfully support different family needs.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, numerous paid holidays, wellness and volunteer time, and other special leave options are consistently described. Feedback suggests the breadth of time-off options helps sustain work-life balance.

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The Company
HQ: Dallas, TX
1,400 Employees
Year Founded: 1995

What We Do

Match Group is home to some of the world’s most popular dating and social discovery apps, including Tinder, Hinge, Match, and more. Match Group’s mission is to spark meaningful connections for every single person worldwide. Our diverse portfolio of apps enables connections across a diverse range of ages, genders, backgrounds, and dating goals. Our services are available in over 40 languages to users all over the world.

Why Work With Us

Match Group is united by a mission to help people find meaningful connections and fight loneliness. We’re not just building products. We’re creating friendships, marriages, and families around the world. Our culture is fueled by purpose, creativity, and a passion for what we can build together.

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