Staff Product Manager, Grindr
$166-215.3k
+ Equity + Bonus
More information about location
2+ days a week in office
Social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people
Open for applications
Social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people
201-500 employees
Open for applications
$166-215.3k
+ Equity + Bonus
More information about location
2+ days a week in office
201-500 employees
Company mission
To connect queer people with one another and the world.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree is a plus
- 7+ years of proven experience as a Product Manager, preferably in a consumer-facing mobile app or web platform
- Strong understanding of product management methodologies, including market research, ideation, user testing, and agile development
- Excellent leadership and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret data to inform product decisions
- Passion for creating exceptional user experiences and making a positive impact in the LGBTQ+ community
Desirable
- Experience with mobile app development or web-based platforms
- Familiarity with user-centred design principles and methodologies
- Knowledge of LGBTQ+ community dynamics and needs
- Experience in rapid prototyping and iterative product development
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate complex challenges
What the job involves
- As a Staff Product Manager at Grindr, you will play a critical role in shaping and enhancing our leading LGBTQ+ social networking platform
- You will be responsible for driving product strategy, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering exceptional user experiences
- This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative products, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and make a meaningful impact in the LGBTQ+ community
- Define and execute the product roadmap, aligning with the company's strategic goals and user needs
- Lead cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and data analytics, to successfully deliver product initiatives from ideation to launch
- Conduct market research, gather user feedback, and analyze data to identify opportunities for product innovation and improvement
- Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize features, establish project timelines, and ensure successful product delivery
- Monitor key product metrics and performance indicators, conduct A/B tests, and iterate on features to optimize user experiences
- Stay informed about industry trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies to drive product innovation
Our take
Grindr stands out as one of the foremost dating platforms, recognized for its role in fostering connections within the LGBT+ community. Initially conceived as a dating app tailored to gay men - an innovative concept at its inception - the company has evolved to embrace a broader spectrum of identities, proudly positioning itself as "the world's largest social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people".
Offering a complimentary version alongside premium subscription tiers like "Grindr Xtra" and "Grindr Unlimited", Grindr follows the familiar model of many social and dating applications, Despite facing competition from platforms such as Jack'ds and Scruff, Grindr maintains its prominence within the market. However, the platform has encountered significant scrutiny regarding users' privacy, an issue that continues to spark controversy and debate.
In the dynamic landscape of digital connections, Grindr's evolution from a niche dating service to a comprehensive LGBT+ networking hub underscores its enduring relevance. As it navigates the challenges of privacy concerns amidst fierce competition, Grinder remains a pivotal space for individuals to forge meaningful connections and cultivate community within the LGBT+ space.
Kirsty
Company Specialist
Insights
Some candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
32% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Jan 2016
$93m
LATE VC
Total funding: $93m
Company benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees
- 401k Matching (up to 6%)
- Flexible PTO, sick-time, holidays, and two company wide shut-down weeks + an annual travel and leisure stipend
- Equity for all employees
- Monthly lifestyle stipend for food and wellness as well as fully catered onsite breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Workshops, community projects, and legendary company parties
- Gender Affirmation Fund for transgender and gender non-conforming employees
- Queer-inclusive health benefits including LGBTQ consultative healthcare and expanded HRT shipped directly to employees in eligible states
- Monthly commuter stipend to get you to and from the office on in-person collaboration days
Company values
- Authentically Queer: Diverse, sex-positive, grounded in and advocating for the queer community
- 0 Feet Away: We’re our users, and our users are at the center of everything we do
- Looking for Right Now: Working together, inclined to action, making moves right now for a better future
- Into Exploration: Exploring ourselves, our identities, our communities, and the world
Company HQ
West Hollywood, Los Angeles
Articles
Leadership
George Arison
(CEO, not founder)Former Product Manager at Google. They are a founding member of Shift. They took over the role of CEO at Grindr from Jeff Bonforte in October 2022.
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