Software Engineer, Android

Tinder; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation

Sick days (10)

Volunteer time off

Health coverage

401k match

ESPP

Parental leave

Development stipend

Mental health support

Commuter subsidy

Tinder Gold subscription

Job summary

Tinder is hiring an Android Engineer in Los Angeles for a hybrid role. You will own consumer-facing features, implement Kotlin-based Android apps, and influence the roadmap alongside product and design teams. You will help evolve architecture, analytics tooling, and authentication flows to reach a global audience.

Join a high-impact team building scalable experiences, with opportunities for growth, mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience building native Android applications.
• Experience building applications in Kotlin.
• Well versed in design patterns (MVP, Clean/MVVM).
• Experience writing your own Repositories and Factories.
• Understanding of the value of Dependency Injection.
• Experience writing your own test scripts.
• Proficiency using coroutines.
• Clear and solutions oriented communication style with a passion for code quality.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of consumer-facing features in the Tinder App using the latest technologies
• Build new compelling in-app experiences that will reach millions of users globally
• Coordinate with the product and design team(s) to influence the roadmap and product development of the Tinder App and services
• Create and maintain internal shared frameworks and libraries
• Shape the future of optimized analytics at Tinder from the ground up with innovative data tools for the analytics and data scientist team(s)
• Evolve Tinder’s architecture to support multiple authentication flows and account management

Skills

Android development

Kotlin

MVP/MVVM

Repositories & Factories

Dependency Injection

Testing scripts

Coroutines

Clear communication

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Android Studio

Job description

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.

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 Team

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 an Android 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 across the world.

Where you’ll work:

This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration three times per week in our Los Angeles office.

In this role, you will:

• Contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of consumer-facing features in the Tinder App using the latest technologies
• Build new compelling in-app experiences that will reach millions of users globally
• Coordinate with the product and design team(s) to influence the roadmap and product development of the Tinder App and services
• Create and maintain internal shared frameworks and libraries
• Shape the future of optimized analytics at Tinder from the ground up with innovative data tools for the analytics and data scientist team(s)
• Evolve Tinder’s architecture to support multiple authentication flows and account management

You’ll need:

• Experience building native Android applications
• Experience building applications in Kotlin
• Well versed in design patterns ( MVP, Clean/MVVM)
• Experience writing your own Repositories and Factories
• Understanding of the value of Dependency Injection
• Experience writing your own test scripts
• Proficiency using coroutines
• Clear and solutions oriented communication style with a passion for code quality

Nice to have:

• Experience designing and architecting full-stack applications, including API design and UI wireframing
• Experience working with Android Push Notifications
• Someone who understands material design guidelines ( e.g. you know how to be a good Android citizen while maintaining a strong unique brand identity)
• Clear communication style within a collaborative team environment
• The ability to combine good judgment, empathy, and technical skills
• BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering

The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000. 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 Los Angeles, 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.

As a full-time employee, you’ll enjoy:

• Flexible Vacation, 10 Sick 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.