Grindr
The world's largest app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people.
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Frontend Engineer

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Why work at Grindr?

Since 2009, Grindr has built the world’s largest social network for gay, bi, trans, and queer people. Now more than just an app, we’re a family of lifestyle brands with the shared mission to connect LGBTQ people with the world around them:

  • Grindr – The location-based social app that started it all. Over 3 million people use Grindr daily, from every country on the planet.
  • INTO – A digital magazine dedicated to queer perspectives: news, culture, commentary, video, and more.
  • Grindr for Equality (G4E) – Our social mission to promote justice, health, and safety for LGBTQ individuals around the globe.
  • Gaymoji – A one-of-a-kind collection of over 500+ stickers available on iOS, Android, and in the Grindr app.
  • Slumbr – An event series for the high-minded partygoer, combining fashion, music, and art.

Behind the brands, Grindr is an inclusive and passionate family of thinkers, innovators, leaders, and most importantly, doers. We’re fueled by endless curiosity, constant collaboration, and a knack for crossing every finish line – all within an agile growth environment. We also enjoy tons of perks, great social events, and stunning views from our HQ in West Hollywood.

Summary

Our team is growing, and we’re looking to add a Frontend Engineer that will bring their passion for mobile and strong drive to work quickly to accomplish multiple projects within our fast moving company. You will that the opportunity to develop, build, and integrate web platforms that serve as the face of Grindr and INTO. This is an opportunity to utilize your problem solving skills to help us provide simple solutions to big problems.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for designing, developing, and delivering desktop and mobile web applications
  • Responsible for ensuring the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
  • Develop consumer-facing features and execute quick iterations to meet company demands
  • Manage projects and collaborate with key stakeholders across the business, offices.
  • Proven experience successfully optimizing applications for scalability
  • Utilize problem solving skills to implement creative solutions to tough problems
  • Has light experience with AWS EC2/S3

Requirements

  • BA/BS in computer science preferred, or equivalent work experience
  • 3+ years of relevant web development experience
  • Expert in JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and other front end technologies
  • Experience managing multiple projects and the ability to meet aggressive deadlines
  • Manage projects and collaborate with key stakeholders across the business
  • Able to work quickly in a fast-paced, agile environment
  • Nice to have: Familiar with React.js.

Benefits & Perks

  • 100% covered medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Generous Parental Leave
  • Unlimited sick policy
  • Competitive Salaries
  • 401(k)
  • Catered lunch, every day
  • Stocked kitchen
  • Free on-site parking
  • Casual dress environment

Grindr is an equal opportunity employer

*Recruiting firms that submit resumes to Grindr without first entering into a written contract will not be entitled to any compensation on candidates referred by that firm.

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What are Grindr Perks + Benefits

Grindr Benefits Overview

Benefits & Perks

100% covered medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous Parental Leave
Generous Time Off Policy
2 - Company Wide Shutdown Weeks
Competitive Salaries
401(k)- Matching
Monthly Lifestyle Stipend
Monthly Work From Home Stipends (internet & Cell Phone)
Monthly Commuter Stipend
Annual Travel & Leisure Stipend
Fully catered breakfast & lunch onsite
Casual dress environment

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Hybrid work model
Diversity
Documented equal pay policy
Highly diverse management team
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Diversity recruitment program
Health Insurance + Wellness
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Our dental plan covers $5000 (Premier PPO) $1500 (Standard PPO) of expenses.
Vision insurance
The vision benefits plan covers $250 for glasses and contact lenses.
Health insurance
Life insurance
Life insurance is offered at a flat rate to a $75,000 value.
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Transgender health care benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Performance bonus
Pay transparency
Child Care & Parental Leave
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Fertility benefits
Vacation + Time Off
Unlimited vacation policy
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Flexible time off
Floating holidays
Bereavement leave benefits
Company-wide vacation
We have 2 company-wide "Offline Weeks" each year (one in summer, one in winter) where the company disconnects for some R+R.
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free daily meals
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Pet friendly
Relocation assistance
Fitness stipend
Professional Development
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks

Additional Perks + Benefits

Grindr offers a holistic benefits package that allows employees to leverage as needed. Not only do we have generous health/dental/vision/PTO policies, but we have thoughtfully designed a benefits program to support employees.

We have partnered with Included Health and Folx Health to help our LGBTQ employees navigate healthcare and receive the support they need.

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