Bumble

Lead iOS Engineer - BFF

Bumble$225K — $255K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of professional experience building and shipping production iOS applications
  • Strong proficiency in Swift with deep experience in UIKit; working knowledge of SwiftUI
  • Proven experience designing and maintaining scalable iOS architectures (e.g. MVVM, TCA, VIPER)
  • Solid understanding of iOS concurrency and performance
  • Experience integrating and consuming networked APIs from iOS clients
  • Strong knowledge of iOS platform fundamentals
  • Experience owning iOS features end-to-end including testing and App Store delivery

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain high-quality iOS features for Bumble's consumer-facing experiences
  • Partner closely with Product Managers and Designers for product vision and requirements
  • Own iOS features end-to-end from technical design to release and iteration
  • Contribute to evolving iOS architecture and engineering standards
  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and code quality
  • Share best practices and tooling on AI usage with other engineers
  • Support and mentor other iOS engineers through code reviews and guidance

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 30-day eligibility
  • Unlimited PTO plus a company-wide week off and Focus Fridays every week
  • Fully paid life and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) with 4% company match after 90 days
  • Monthly wellness benefit and access to resources like Noom and Unmind
  • Maternity and Fertility benefits including 26 weeks paid parental leave
  • Premium app access
Full Job Description
We're looking for a Lead iOS Software Engineer to help shape the Bumble BFF experience. This role is ideal for engineers who are experienced in building and delivering end-to-end features on the iOS platform, 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, build, and maintain high-quality iOS features that power Bumble's consumer-facing experiences
  • Partner closely with Product Managers and Designers to shape product vision, define requirements, and translate ideas into thoughtful iOS implementations
  • Own iOS features end-to-end, from technical design and implementation through testing, release, and iteration
  • Contribute to and evolve the iOS architecture and engineering standards, balancing long-term maintainability with rapid product delivery
  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools and workflows to improve productivity, code quality, and developer experience
  • Help mature the team's approach to AI usage by sharing best practices, tooling, and learnings with other engineers
  • Support and mentor other iOS engineers through code reviews, pairing, and technical guidance


About You

  • 6+ years of professional experience building and shipping production iOS applications
  • Strong proficiency in Swift with deep experience in UIKit; working knowledge of SwiftUI in production environments
  • Proven experience designing and maintaining scalable iOS architectures (e.g. MVVM, TCA, VIPER, or similar) in large codebases
  • Solid understanding of iOS concurrency and performance (async/await, GCD, memory management)
  • Experience integrating and consuming networked APIs from iOS clients, including error handling and performance considerations
  • Strong knowledge of iOS platform fundamentals (app lifecycle, view rendering, Auto Layout, accessibility, localization)
  • Experience owning iOS features end-to-end, including technical design, implementation, testing, and App Store delivery


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 respect, excellence, curiosity, courage and joy.
  • Enjoy competitive compensation, equity, and world-class benefits.


Location

  • This role is based in Austin or NYC, 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


$225,000 - $255,000 a year

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 and an Unlimited Paid Time Off Policy.

AI Fluency

AI is important to us. We're excited by people who are curious and experimental, and who think thoughtfully about how AI can amplify their impact and outcomes.

We encourage you to use AI responsibly as you prepare your application. Please don't use it to fabricate experiences or answer questions live in interviews. We care deeply about authenticity and want to understand your real skills, judgment and voice, because building a meaningful, genuine connection with you matters to us.

Final Compensation

Will be determined based on factors such as the selected candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, skill set, and other job-related considerations.

Benefits & Perks
Insurance: Medical/dental/vision, 30-day eligibility. Bumble has multiple competitive offerings that will be available to you on the first of the month following date of hire.
Unlimited PTO + 1 company-wide week off + Focus Fridays every week
Fully paid life and long-term disability insurance
401k 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 + 26 week paid parental leave
Premium App Access

About Bumble

Bumble is an online dating app that allows users to connect with potential partners. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas. Bumble offers a range of features, including photo verification, video chat, and voice calls. The company serves a variety of demographics, including young adults and the LGBTQ+ community.
Learn more about Bumble
Size
600 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Revenue
$582.1 million
NASDAQ

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