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Senior Engineering Manager

Grindr LLCChicago
Hybrid Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior Level Manager

Qualifications

We are looking for a leader who not only meets the technical qualifications but also embodies our values and vision. You should possess a blend of technical prowess and interpersonal skills to effectively guide your team and drive innovation.

About the job

This is a hybrid role based in our Chicago office, requiring in-office presence on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Why This Role Stands Out:

Join us in shaping the future of the Grindr app! As a pivotal member of our Engineering Leadership team, you will tackle complex challenges, engage with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with an exceptional group of professionals, and contribute to an unparalleled application at a significant scale. Grindr remains at the forefront of innovation as the largest social media platform for the LGBTQ+ community.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and Inspire: Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing, full-stack engineering team, fostering a robust culture of excellence.

  • Drive Execution at Scale: Oversee complex, cross-functional programs that align with the company’s strategic and financial objectives.

  • Influence at the Top: Collaborate across business, product, and engineering domains, representing engineering to senior leadership to drive impactful initiatives.

  • Champion Technical Evolution: Promote engineering best practices while guiding the team’s transition into an AI-native organization.

  • Foster a Thriving Team Culture: Create an inclusive, psychologically safe environment that values excellence, experimentation, humility, and accountability.

  • Balance Present and Future: Manage trade-offs between immediate priorities and long-term innovation, adapting your leadership style to evolving needs.

What We Seek:

  • Experienced People Leader: Proven track record in leading multiple teams, mentoring senior engineers, and building diverse, high-performing organizations.

  • Hands-On Management: Ability to lead individual contributors directly, fostering trust, accountability, and high-quality technical outcomes.

  • Technically Fluent: Strong understanding of engineering systems; able to partner effectively with your team without needing to be hands-on every day.

  • Cross-Functional Operator: Proficient in collaborating with Product, Design, Business, and external engineering teams to align on shared objectives.

  • Strategic and Decisive: Capable of crafting clear strategies, managing complexities, and achieving results in ambiguous, high-stakes situations.

  • Customer-Centric Builder: Experience in scaling consumer-facing products , a strong asset.

About Grindr LLC

Grindr LLC is the leading social media platform designed to connect the LGBTQ+ community. With a commitment to inclusivity and innovation, we strive to enhance user experience through cutting-edge technology and a vibrant community.

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