Software Engineer II, Backend

Match Group
Los Angeles
Workplace: HybridFull timeUSD 145,000 - 150,000 annuallyFunction: Software EngineeringExperience: 2+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Prioritization","Time management","Execution-focused","Continuous improvement"]

Build and operate scalable, resilient distributed backend services powering the Tinder app. Partner with cross-functional teams to expand the service platform, improve architecture, and handle high-traffic workloads. Apply strong CS fundamentals to design and deliver features while working with modern cloud and data technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP, NoSQL, Kafka, Kubernetes/ECS). Influence the team roadmap, and help recruit, mentor, and develop teammates.

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Software Engineer II, Backend

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Job Summary

Build and operate scalable, resilient distributed backend services powering the Tinder app. Partner with cross-functional teams to expand the service platform, improve architecture, and handle high-traffic workloads. Apply strong CS fundamentals to design and deliver features while working with modern cloud and data technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP, NoSQL, Kafka, Kubernetes/ECS). Influence the team roadmap, and help recruit, mentor, and develop teammates.
Location: Los Angeles
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Software Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Design, develop, and operate scalable and resilient distributed backend services that run on Kubernetes or ECS.
  • •Collaborate with functional teams to expand the service platform.
  • •Influence the team roadmap and product development.
  • •Recruit, encourage, and develop other team members.
  • •Continuously improve architecture and deliver backend improvements for the Tinder app.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 145,000 - 150,000 annually
Perks:Paid LeaveSick DaysHealth InsuranceVisionDental401kEquityPaid ParentalLearning BudgetPet InsuranceGym MembershipCommuter BenefitsTinder Gold

Key Requirements

  • •BS/MS in Computer Science (or equivalent) and 2+ years of industry work experience.
  • •Strong CS fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, and coding.
  • •Excellent knowledge of a backend language such as Java, Node.js, Go, or C++.
  • •Design and build distributed backend systems handling high volumes of traffic.
  • •Experience with cloud systems (AWS/Azure/GCP) and NoSQL (e.g., DynamoDB or Cassandra) plus relevant distributed systems tooling (e.g., Kafka, Spark, Redis, Elasticsearch).
Experience:2+ yearsHigh-scaleDistributed systems
Education:Bachelor's in Computer Science
Skills:PrioritizationTime managementExecution-focusedContinuous improvement
Tech Stack:JavaNode.jsGoC++TypeScriptAWSAzureGoogle Cloud PlatformNoSQLDynamoDBCassandraRedisElasticSearchKafkaSparkKubernetesECSDockerAgileCI/CD

Company Brief

Match Group
Operates a portfolio of consumer dating products and services, including Tinder, Match.com, PlentyOfFish, and Hinge, connecting millions of users globally through mobile and web platforms.
Industry: Digital Media
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Dallas, United States
Founded: 1995
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