Hinge
Hinge is the dating app designed to be deleted
In today's digital world, finding genuine relationships is tougher than ever. At Hinge, we’re on a mission to inspire intimate connection to create a less lonely world. We’re obsessed with understanding our users’ behaviors to help them find love, and our success is defined by one simple metric– setting up great dates. With tens of millions of users across the globe, we’ve become the most trusted way to find a relationship, for all. About the Role
Backend Engineers design, build, operate, and maintain the cloud-based services that power Hinge. You’ll solve complex technical challenges and own a significant portion of the software stack that enables millions of users to find meaningful connections. You’ll write high-quality code, design reliable systems, and operate the software that you build by taking part in on-call. You’ll be part of a diverse cross-functional team that includes Product, Data Science, ML, iOS, Android, and Data Engineering. You’ll contribute to defining and implementing the technical strategy for innovations in product areas such as Recommendations, Monetization, and User Safety. Responsibilities
Design and build Web APIs for a microservice architecture. Participate in the backend On-Call rotation (around a week per quarter). Design and develop distributed systems in Go using cloud infrastructure, ensuring high performance and scalability. Lead projects end-to-end from technical design to implementation, while managing workload, meetings, and timelines. Collaborate across teams to promote inclusivity, growth, and strong cross-functional communication. What We're Looking For
5+ years of industry experience as a backend/service engineer 4+ years of experience in a cloud environment (GCP, AWS, Azure) Strong programming skills : Proficiency with Go; Python is a bonus System Design & Architecture:
Deep understanding of distributed computing, event-based architecture, and cloud design patterns Collaboration and Communication:
Solid writing skills and ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to technical and non-technical teammates Cloud Technologies:
Proficiency with Kubernetes, OpenTelemetry, gRPC/Protobuf, Argo, Kafka, etc. Salary Range
$177,500.00 - $213,000.00 per year Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, market and business considerations may influence base pay. This range reflects a position based in New York City and may be adjusted geographically if needed. What You’ll Love
We value empathy, authenticity, courage, and commitment to radical inclusion. We offer comprehensive compensation and perks to support your growth and well-being. We believe in transparency, candor, and humility to focus on delivering outstanding results. Perks and Benefits
401(k) with company match Learning & Development stipend ($3,000 annually after three months) Fertility benefits up to $10,000 Paid parental leave (100% paid, up to 20 weeks) Monthly dating stipend and access to HingeX for you and your loved ones Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for diverse communities Hybrid work in New York City with in-office collaboration three days a week; HR and culture remain focused on supporting flexible work arrangements.
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In today's digital world, finding genuine relationships is tougher than ever. At Hinge, we’re on a mission to inspire intimate connection to create a less lonely world. We’re obsessed with understanding our users’ behaviors to help them find love, and our success is defined by one simple metric– setting up great dates. With tens of millions of users across the globe, we’ve become the most trusted way to find a relationship, for all. About the Role
Backend Engineers design, build, operate, and maintain the cloud-based services that power Hinge. You’ll solve complex technical challenges and own a significant portion of the software stack that enables millions of users to find meaningful connections. You’ll write high-quality code, design reliable systems, and operate the software that you build by taking part in on-call. You’ll be part of a diverse cross-functional team that includes Product, Data Science, ML, iOS, Android, and Data Engineering. You’ll contribute to defining and implementing the technical strategy for innovations in product areas such as Recommendations, Monetization, and User Safety. Responsibilities
Design and build Web APIs for a microservice architecture. Participate in the backend On-Call rotation (around a week per quarter). Design and develop distributed systems in Go using cloud infrastructure, ensuring high performance and scalability. Lead projects end-to-end from technical design to implementation, while managing workload, meetings, and timelines. Collaborate across teams to promote inclusivity, growth, and strong cross-functional communication. What We're Looking For
5+ years of industry experience as a backend/service engineer 4+ years of experience in a cloud environment (GCP, AWS, Azure) Strong programming skills : Proficiency with Go; Python is a bonus System Design & Architecture:
Deep understanding of distributed computing, event-based architecture, and cloud design patterns Collaboration and Communication:
Solid writing skills and ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to technical and non-technical teammates Cloud Technologies:
Proficiency with Kubernetes, OpenTelemetry, gRPC/Protobuf, Argo, Kafka, etc. Salary Range
$177,500.00 - $213,000.00 per year Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, market and business considerations may influence base pay. This range reflects a position based in New York City and may be adjusted geographically if needed. What You’ll Love
We value empathy, authenticity, courage, and commitment to radical inclusion. We offer comprehensive compensation and perks to support your growth and well-being. We believe in transparency, candor, and humility to focus on delivering outstanding results. Perks and Benefits
401(k) with company match Learning & Development stipend ($3,000 annually after three months) Fertility benefits up to $10,000 Paid parental leave (100% paid, up to 20 weeks) Monthly dating stipend and access to HingeX for you and your loved ones Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for diverse communities Hybrid work in New York City with in-office collaboration three days a week; HR and culture remain focused on supporting flexible work arrangements.
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