About the role

Senior Software Engineer designing and maintaining backend services for online dating platforms like Tinder and Hinge. Collaborating with teams while working hybrid from Dallas or Los Angeles.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the MG engineers to build and operate central services that have an important influence on all brands within the Match Group portfolio.
Implement new RESTful API endpoints, make changes to existing high-volume endpoints.
Architect and build new services using Java/Spring and sometimes do maintenance for existing services using C#/.NET Core, leveraging core AWS technologies.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including technical specifications, API documentation and operational guides.
Monitor and troubleshoot issues related to the performance, reliability, scalability, stability of the central services while providing timely resolutions.
Delivers all aspects of the B2B (SaaS) software engineering including technical documentation, observability, and implementation of business logic.
Keep up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to drive innovation and enhance the performance of central services.
Gain exposure to all of the Match Group’s central services and work with various teams under Match Group.
Proactively give and receive mentorship and ensure the delivery of quality code; participate in code reviews frequently.

5+ years of experience as a backend-focused software engineer with strong expertise in Java/Spring or C#/.NET Core (or equivalent experience) and cloud technologies (especially AWS: EKS, SQS, DynamoDB).
Experience in Test Driven Development, RDBMS, and understanding of NoSQL databases.
Experience working in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
A strong sense of ownership and pride in your craft, with a focus on writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
A commitment to continuous improvement—both in your own skills and the codebase you work on.
Experience mentoring junior engineers and helping them grow in their careers.
Excellent problem-solving skills and comfort with low-level technical details, especially when tackling complex technical challenges.
Strong communication skills to collaborate with engineers, PMs, and other stakeholders, particularly in a remote, distributed team.
A results-driven approach, with a passion for seeing the real-world impact of your work in production.

Mind & Body – Medical, mental health, and wellness benefits to support your overall health and well-being
Financial Wellness – Competitive compensation, 100% employer match on 401k contributions up to 10% (cap at $10,000), as well as an employee stock purchase program to help you feel supported in your financial security
Unplug – Generous PTO and 18 paid holidays so you can unplug
Career – Annual training allowance for professional development and ERG membership opportunities and events so you feel connected and empowered in your work
Family – Families come in all shapes and sizes so we offer 20 weeks of 100% paid parental leave, fertility, adoption, and child care resources, as well as pet insurance and discounts
Company Gatherings – We host fun happy hours and company events where our employees get to know each other and build a sense of connection and belonging!