Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Android

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Grindr

Grindr

201-500 employees

Social networking app for LGBTQ individuals

Consumer Software
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$171k - $229kAnnually

+ Equity + Bonus

Senior, Expert

Palo Alto, CA, USA + 2 more

More locations: San Francisco, CA, USA | Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid role requiring in-office presence in Chicago or Bay Area (San Francisco or Palo Alto) on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Category
Android Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Android Development
Requirements
  • 6+ years of experience building complex Android applications with deep expertise in Kotlin and Coroutines
  • Strong practical knowledge of software engineering best practices and design patterns such as MVVM, Coordinator, one-way data flow, modular architecture, performance optimization & metrics
  • Experience with Architecture at scale and have worked with different tech stacks outside of mobile
  • Experience with product leadership and technical decision-making
  • Ability to work closely with various levels of business stakeholders, from the c-suite, VP level, and down
  • Experience mentoring team members
  • Experience working with Coroutine Flows, dependency injection frameworks
  • Ability to refactor legacy code and provide effective proposals to relevant stakeholders
Responsibilities
  • Working collaboratively with a brilliant cross-functional, cross-timezone team to make Grindr the best app it can be for its users
  • Able to work across multiple work streams and use ambiguity as an opportunity for high-level thinking
  • Create innovation by guiding data-driven decisions to adopt new technologies, architectures, and workflow
  • Elevate your team's technical proficiency; help your team adopt new tools and ways of working
  • Using the latest Android technologies you will be evolving and maintaining the software architecture for current and future needs in order to develop highly innovative, consumer-facing mobile products while supporting the product roadmap

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

Simplify Jobs

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.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?