iOS SDET
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
The iOS SDET is responsible for architecting new automated test strategies and frameworks in addition to creating, implementing, and automating testing in support of software test requirements. The iOS SDET works with client developers and other SDETs to develop, maintain, and enhance the test automation framework and automation infrastructure.
In addition, the iOS SDET Engineer will execute and report on planned tests, report and manage defects, regress software fixes for new and existing products, assist development with replicating and debugging problems and develop new test automation solutions as needed.
Responsibilities
- Champion for the quality of the product and strive for team goals
- Drive effort to review product specifications and work with others to develop appropriate test strategies and detailed test plans and test architectures
- Contribute to team’s Agile effort by estimating, measuring and improving through active participation
- Collaborate with product and engineering to enhance existing client automation frameworks or build new ones
- Identify product issues and pair with other client developers to fix defects during the development cycle
- Communicate and coordinate with other members of your SDET guild to articulate and compare alternative testing approaches
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a mobile SDET role
- Strong programming skills in any one object oriented language (i.e. Java, Objective-C, Swift)
- Experience with iOS test automation framework such as Appium or XCUITest
- Thorough understanding of the SDLC and tooling (GIT, branching/merging, build systems, CI technologies like Jenkins)
- Strong ability to work in fast-paced environment and ability to multitask with ease is essential to the success of this position
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits & Perks
- 100% covered medical, dental and vision insurance
- Generous Parental Leave
- Unlimited sick policy
- Competitive Salaries
- 401(k)
- Catered daily lunch
- 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.