Staff Software Engineer, iOS

Lucie Richardson AB; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Tinder is building a focused, startup-like Android engineering team in New York City. You will be the founding Android engineer, shaping architecture, defining product direction, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring new ideas to life.

This hybrid role requires in-office collaboration three days per week at the New York, NY office. You will own significant components, mentor peers, and deliver scalable features to a global user base.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience developing native mobile applications.
• Extensive experience building applications using Android frameworks.
• Strong software design skills, including design patterns (MVVM, VIPER) and dependency injection.
• Understanding of design guidelines to balance brand identity with platform conventions.
• Clear communication style within a collaborative team environment.
• BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture design and implementation of consumer-facing features in the Tinder Android app.
• Build compelling new in-app experiences for tens of millions of users globally.
• Coordinate with product and design teams and influence the roadmap and product development of the Tinder app and services.
• Create and maintain internal shared frameworks and libraries.
• Mentor, collaborate, and learn with the team.

Skills

Mobile development

Android development

Architecture patterns (MVVM/VIPER)

Clear communication

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

We are building a new, focused team within Tinder that feels a lot like a startup—nimble, efficient, and centered on building innovative features for the next generation of users. This role comes with a lot of ownership and visibility, as you’d be the founding Android engineer on the team and shape how we build the product, define architecture, and work closely with teams across the company to bring new ideas to life. You should be product- and user-oriented, and comfortable with autonomy and ambiguity.

This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration three times per week. This role is based out of our New York, NY office.

• Lead the architecture design and implementation of consumer-facing features in the Tinder app
• Build compelling new in-app experiences that will reach tens of millions of users globally
• Coordinate with product and design teams and influence the roadmap and product development of the Tinder app and services
• Create and maintain internal shared frameworks and libraries
• Mentor, collaborate, and learn with innovative and passionate team members

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience developing native iOS applications
• Extensive experience building applications using Swift
• Strong software design skills, including a deep understanding of design patterns (e.g., Clean / MVVM / VIPER, and the benefits of each) and dependency injection
• Understanding of design guidelines (i.e. you know how to be a good iOS 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 skillsBS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering

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.