Senior Backend Engineer

Backend engineers design, build, operate, and maintain the various cloud services that power Hinge. You'll solve complex technical challenges and own a significant portion of the software stack that allows 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.

As a backend engineer, you'll also be part of a diverse cross-functional team that includes partners in Product, Data Science, ML, iOS, Android, and Data Engineering. You'll have a hand in defining and implementing your team's technical strategy.

Taking part in the backend On-Call rotation (1 whole week, every 8-11 weeks).

Design and build distributed systems in Go, using cloud infrastructure and platform service components.

Own the technical design, implementation, and success of their projects.

Collaborate across teams, promoting a culture of inclusivity, growth, and strong cross-functional communication.

5+ years of industry experience as a backend/service engineer

4+ years of experience working in a cloud environment such as GCP, AWS, Azure.

Strong programming skills: Proficiency with Go and Python is a bonus!

System Design & Architecture : A deep understanding of distributed computing concepts, event based architecture, and cloud design patterns.

Collaboration and Communication skills : Solid writing skills paired with the ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to teammates from both technical and non-technical backgrounds.

Cloud Technologies: Proficiency with Kubernetes, OpenTelemetry, gRPC/Protobuf, Argo, Kafka, etc.

Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in New York City. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.