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Sr. Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – iOS & Android
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The role involves designing and maintaining automation frameworks for iOS and Android, performance testing, and managing releases. Candidates should have extensive experience in software QA automation and mobile app testing.
Our Mission
Launched in 2012, Tinder® revolutionized how people meet, growing from 1 match to one billion matches in just two years. This rapid growth demonstrates its ability to fulfill a fundamental human need: real connection. Today, the app has been downloaded over 630 million times, leading to over 97 billion matches, serving approximately 50 million users per month in 190 countries and 45+ languages - a scale unmatched by any other app in the category. In 2024, Tinder won four Effie Awards for its first-ever global brand campaign, “It Starts with a Swipe”™"
Our Values
One Team, One Dream
We work hand-in-hand, building Tinder for our members. We succeed together when we work collaboratively across functions, teams, and time zones, and think outside the box to achieve our company vision and mission.
Own It
We take accountability and strive to make a positive impact in all aspects of our business, through ownership, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.
Never Stop Learning
We cultivate a culture where it’s safe to take risks. We seek out input, share honest feedback, celebrate our wins, and learn from our mistakes in order to continue improving.
Spark Solutions
We’re problem solvers, focusing on how to best move forward when faced with obstacles. We don’t dwell on the past or on the issues at hand, but instead look at how to stay agile and overcome hurdles to achieve our goals.
Embrace Our Differences
We are intentional about building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members. By leveraging different perspectives and other ways of thinking, we build better experiences for our members and our team.
We’re looking for a seasoned SDET with strong experience in mobile automation (iOS and Android), performance testing, and release management to join Tinder’s QA Engineering team. You will build scalable, reliable test automation frameworks and ensure high-quality releases that reach millions of users worldwide. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants to make a tangible impact on Tinder’s mobile experience.
Where you’ll work:
This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration three days per week. This position is located in Los Angeles.
In this role, you will:
- Design and maintain automation frameworks for iOS & Android apps using WebdriverIO + Appium.
- Develop API and integration tests using TypeScript, Axios, Mocha, and Chai.
- Implement and monitor performance test plans for mobile and backend systems.
- Work closely with Release Managers to validate builds, support phased rollouts, and streamline hotfix verification.
- Generate actionable insights through Allure and other reporting tools integrated with CI pipelines.
- Participate in sprint rituals, advocate for testability, and contribute to product readiness assessments.
- Collaborate with QA Analysts, Developers, PMs, and Designers to identify risk areas and ensure end-to-end test coverage.
- Monitor post-release quality signals and support RCA for production incidents.
- Coordinate cross-team testing alignment during weekly releases and urgent hotfix cycles.
You’ll need:
- 5+ years in software QA automation, SDET, or equivalent engineering roles.
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- WebdriverIO for mobile & web automation
- Appium for native app testingTypeScript, Node.js, Axios, Mocha, and ChaiTest reporting via Allure or equivalent
- Experience with performance testing methodologies and tools.
- Familiarity with mobile app release management processes for both iOS (App Store Connect/TestFlight) and Android (Play Console), Phased rollout strategies, Hotfix validation and regression containment.
- Strong understanding of mobile release cycles, including App Store/Play Store submission, build versioning and tagging, and canary/phased rollout coordination.
- Solid understanding of CI/CD practices and Git-based workflows.
Nice to haves:
- Experience with CI tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Bitrise, or similar.
- Exposure to test case management platforms like TestRail or QASE.
- Familiarity with GenAI-powered test generation (e.g., TestRigor, mabl).Interest in contributing to accessibility and localization testing standards.
- Experience coordinating with freelance or offshore QA teams.
Commitment to Inclusion
At Tinder, we don’t just accept difference, we celebrate it. We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members around the world, and we value unique perspectives and backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications, we invite you to apply and show us how your skills could transfer. Tinder is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we welcome people of all sexes, gender identities, races, ethnicities, disabilities, and other lived experiences. Learn more here: https://www.lifeattinder.com/dei
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition Partner directly.
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Top Skills
Allure
Appium
Axios
Chai
Mocha
Node.js
Typescript
Webdriverio
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