Full-Time

Senior IT Specialist

Posted on 9/23/2024

Grindr

Grindr

201-500 employees

Social networking app for LGBTQ individuals

Consumer Software
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$100k - $117kAnnually

+ Equity + Bonus

Senior

Palo Alto, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: San Francisco, CA, USA

Hybrid role requiring in-office presence in San Francisco on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with occasional days in Palo Alto.

Category
IT Support
System Administration
IT & Security
Required Skills
JIRA
Requirements
  • An IT Helpdesk background in a fast paced environment (3+ years).
  • Hands-on experience with office buildouts and moves.
  • Proactive communicator and collaborative team player with strong documentation skills.
  • Understanding of access control across many SaaS systems - users, groups, roles, and least-privilege access.
  • Basic scripting/command-line skills. You’ve performed basic file and directory navigation. You know what chmod, ls, ping, cd, cat, etc do.
Responsibilities
  • You will be the primary support for Grindr employees and contractors in the Bay Area offices of San Francisco and Palo Alto with end user technology.
  • You’ll partner with a distributed team on remote support and projects.
  • You’ll work with our tech stack which currently includes Onelogin, Google Workspace, Atlassian Confluence/JIRA, Zoom, Slack, Macs, PCs.
  • You will administer a variety of SaaS systems for communication and collaboration, information security, and work management.
  • You will work with MDM systems (JAMF, Intune, and Landscape).
  • You will manage current office infrastructure (ISP, networking, Zoom rooms, physical access control systems,etc) in the Bay Area and be a participating member of the expansion/relocation team.

Grindr connects gay, bi, trans, and queer individuals through a social networking app that uses location-based technology. Launched in 2009, it serves millions of users worldwide, providing a platform for social interaction, dating, and networking specifically for the LGBTQ community. Unlike other dating apps, Grindr focuses solely on this demographic, creating a safe and inclusive environment. The app generates revenue through advertisements, premium subscriptions like Grindr Unlimited, and in-app purchases of virtual goods. Beyond dating, Grindr engages with social issues and offers resources related to sexual health and safety, aiming to expand its influence within the community.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$90.5M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2009

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AI 'wingman' feature could enhance user engagement and satisfaction.
  • Partnerships with LGBTQ organizations strengthen community ties and expand influence.
  • HIV self-test kit program positions Grindr as a leader in health initiatives.

What critics are saying

  • Union-busting allegations could damage Grindr's reputation and employee relations.
  • AI 'wingman' bot may raise privacy concerns among users.
  • Involvement in sensitive regions could attract political backlash or regulatory scrutiny.

What makes Grindr unique

  • Grindr focuses exclusively on the LGBTQ community, offering a safe, inclusive space.
  • The app leverages location-based technology to connect users globally.
  • Grindr engages in social issues, producing content and resources for sexual health and safety.

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