Q&A With Grindr Employees
Grindr is an inclusive and passionate family of thinkers, innovators, leaders, and most importantly, doers. Our platform is built on the power of connections, and it guides us in everything we do. We are fueled by an endless curiosity, a friendly and collaborative work environment, and a knack for crossing every finish line, all within an agile startup environment. We also have tons of perks and plenty of great snacks.
How employees describe working at Grindr
Experience was initially excellent. After going public, culture changed.
Review from Engineering Dept
Moving fast and learning new skills to solve new challenges.
I've only been here a few weeks. I've had a great reception to my ideas and support in executing them.
Extremely friendly, and always willing to help
Big vision, empower the entire team, diverse
Review from Product Dept
What it's like to work at Grindr
- Grindr employees generally work 9.0 hrs a day
- Employees at Grindr report the work pace is comfortably fast
- 100% of Grindr employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- Grindr employees most often take unlimited paid vacation and sick days each year
- 83% of Grindr employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- Grindr employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
- 96% of Grindr employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With Grindr Employees
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Does Grindr have any remote positions?
Grindr is committed to a "remote first" approach to work. Very few positions require anything more than occasional trips to the office to attend team off-sites, etc.
Some development teams and CS teams are remote only.
How's the vacation policy at Grindr?
Grindr has unlimited FTO (flexible time offer) for all employees.
Good, but doesn't increase with time at the company. You get 2 weeks a year, whether you've been here a month or 5 years.
What benefits does Grindr provide?
catered lunch, 100% coverage of individual for health insurance
100% covered medical and dental insurance Unlimited sick policy Competitive Salaries 401(k) Catered daily lunch Stocked kitchen Free on-site parking Casual dress environment Generous Parental Leave
How's the work life balance at Grindr?
The unlimited FTO helps employees manage the demands of work and personal life. Every group has their busy times, but overall, the tools and support necessary to have a balanced life exist at Grindr.
Pretty good. We work hard, but there is a lot of support for life issues and keeping balanced.
If you could make changes, how would you improve the culture at Grindr?
Management/HR is too cautious around dismissing people who are not a good culture fit.
What do people at Grindr think about the CEO? What do they do well and what can they improve?
The employees love Joel (the CEO). Joel is a great ambassador for our brand and for our community.
How does Grindr make decisions around promotions?
based on merit
What are your coworkers at Grindr like?
I love my coworkers at Grindr. Hard working, dedicated and lots of fun!
What does the interview process look like for software engineer interns?
What is the parental leave policy? How much time is allotted and paid?
How's career growth and advancement at Grindr?
89% of the same employees also feel like Grindr is invested in their career growth. On average, majority of employees have a mentor to help them navigate their career at Grindr.
How are the managers in the HR department at Grindr?
Grindr's HR team rates their manager an A- or 85/100 and the majority believe their manager truly cares about them as a person. The hr team (100%) also feels pretty comfortable providing negative feedback directly to their boss.
What's the pay like for employees at Grindr?
Grindr employees rates their pay and overall compensation an A- or 85/100. 79% of employees believe they are paid fairly and 81% of employees get raises every year.
How are the benefits at Grindr for employees in IT?
100% of Grindr employees in IT say they are satisfied with their benefits. The majority of employees in IT also get Unlimited of paid vacation.
How are the benefits at Grindr for employees in HR?
100% of Grindr employees in HR say they are satisfied with their benefits. The majority of employees in HR also get Unlimited of paid vacation.
How are the benefits at Grindr for employees in Marketing?
90% of Grindr employees in Marketing say they are satisfied with their benefits. The majority of employees in Marketing also get Unlimited of paid vacation.
How are the benefits at Grindr for employees in Product?
88% of Grindr employees in Product say they are satisfied with their benefits. The majority of employees in Product also get Unlimited of paid vacation.
How are the benefits at Grindr for employees in Engineering?
90% of Grindr employees in Engineering say they are satisfied with their benefits. The majority of employees in Engineering also get Unlimited of paid vacation.






