Senior Backend Software Engineer (Dating)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Software Engineer (Backend): Building and maintaining scalable backend systems for the hirify.global Dating experience with an accent on GCP-native services, distributed systems, and microservices architecture. Focus on owning end-to-end feature delivery, enhancing productivity through AI-based workflows, and mentoring junior engineers.

Location: Hybrid (Austin, TX). Must be within commutable distance to the office and available to work onsite Monday - Wednesday. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Salary: $190,000 – $215,000

Company

hirify.global Inc. is the parent company of hirify.global Date, BFF, and Badoo, dedicated to enabling healthy and equitable relationships through Kind Connections.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and reliable backend systems, 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 for long-term scalability.
• Support junior engineers through pairing, mentoring, and code reviews.

Requirements

• 4–5 years of professional experience in backend software engineering.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Java, Python, Node.js, or Kotlin.
• 2+ years of experience working with cloud environments, preferably GCP.
• Exposure to secure API design, distributed systems, and microservices architecture.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform.
• Must be based in or within commutable distance to Austin, TX.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with 30-day eligibility.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off, an annual company-wide week off, and "Focus Fridays" for deep work.
• 401(k) with a 4% company match.
• 26 weeks of paid parental leave and a $10,000 lifetime benefit for fertility and adoption care.
• A high-performing engineering culture committed to inclusion, mentorship, and innovation.