Staff Software Engineer, iOS

Tinder; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Tinder is seeking a founding Android engineer to join a new, focused team in Palo Alto, CA. This hybrid role involves leading the architecture design and implementation of new features while collaborating with product and design teams. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in iOS development, particularly in Swift, and strong software design skills. The position includes a competitive salary ranging from $220,000 to $230,000 annually, reflecting the role's responsibilities and location-based adjustments.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 roadmap and product development.

Skills

iOS development

Swift programming

Software design patterns

Clear communication

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Overview

Tinder launched in 2012 and has grown to scale with hundreds of millions of users and numerous awards. This role sits on a new, focused team within Tinder that acts like a startup—nimble, efficient, and centered on building innovative features for the next generation of users. The role offers ownership and visibility as the founding Android engineer on the team, with the opportunity to shape product architecture and collaborate across teams to bring new ideas to life. You should be product- and user-oriented, and comfortable with autonomy and ambiguity.

Where you’ll work

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.

In this role, you will

• 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

You'll need

• 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 skills

Nice to have

• BS 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. 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.

Salary

The salary range for this position is $220,000 - 230,000. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in New York. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.