Senior Backend Software Engineer
We’re looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer to help shape the core systems that power the Bumble Dating experience. This role is ideal for engineers who are experienced in building and delivering end-to-end features, comfortable owning projects independently, and ready to contribute meaningfully to technical architecture and mentoring junior teammates.
You’ll collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver high-impact work in a fast-moving environment.
What you'll do
- Design, implement, and maintain backend systems that are scalable, secure, and reliable, preferably using GCP-native services.
- Drive individual projects from inception to delivery, owning the full software development lifecycle.
- Collaborate with Product Managers and other Engineers to ship new features and improvements.
- Apply AI-based development tools and workflows to enhance productivity and code quality.
- Participate in architecture discussions and propose technical solutions that support long-term scalability.
- Support junior engineers through pairing, mentoring, and code reviews.
- Contribute to engineering standards and best practices to maintain a high-quality codebase.
Minimum requirements
- 4–5 years of professional experience in backend software engineering.
- Proven ability to run projects autonomously and deliver production-ready systems.
- Strong proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js, Kotlin).
- 2+ years working with cloud environments (preferably GCP), including deployment and monitoring.
- Exposure to secure API design, distributed systems, and microservices architecture.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform) and observability platforms.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, inclusive mindset.
Why join us
- Own meaningful projects that directly impact millions of Bumble users.
- Learn and grow in a high-performing engineering team committed to mentorship and learning.
- Be part of a culture that values inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.
- Enjoy competitive compensation, equity, and world-class benefits.
Location
- This role is based in Austin and requires regular onsite presence during the hybrid work schedule (Monday – Wednesday).
- Please note: We are unable to offer Visa sponsorship at this time.
Compensation
$190,000 - $215,000 a year
Benefits & Perks
- Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision with 30‑day eligibility.
- Unlimited Paid Time Off, one company‑wide week off, and Focus Fridays.
- Full‑time life and long‑term disability insurance.
- 401(k) with 4% company match if you contribute 6%, 90‑day eligibility.
- Monthly wellness benefit and access to Noom, Unmind, and Your Money Line.
- Maternity and Fertility benefit, plus 26‑week paid parental leave.
- Premium app access.
- Competitive compensation and equity.
Bumble Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.
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