Senior 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 we ask that you’re within a commutable distance to this office, so that you’re able to come onsite regularly to collaborate across engineering teams

• We have a hybrid environment that requires you to be in the office Monday - Wednesday

• Please note: We are unable to offer Visa sponsorship at this time

For base compensation, we set standard ranges for all roles based on function, level, and geographic location. This position is also typically eligible to participate in our short- and long-term incentive programs. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, Unlimited Paid Time Off Policy.

Maven Fertility: $10,000 lifetime benefit for fertility, adoption, abortion care, and more.

26 Weeks Parental Leave: For both primary and secondary caregivers.

Family \& Compassionate Leave: Inclusive of domestic violence recovery.

Unlimited Paid Time Off: Take the time you need.

Company-wide Week Off: Annual collective rest for the entire company.

Focus Fridays: No meetings, emails, or deadlines\—just deep work.