What Happened?
Los Angeles, CA-based Grindr Promoted Lukas Sliwka as Chief Technology Officer
About the Company
Since 2009, Grindr has built the world`s largest social network for gay, bi, trans, and queer people. Now more than just an app, we`re a family of lifestyle brands with the shared mission to connect LGBTQ people with the world around them: Grindr – The location-based social app that started it all. Over 3 million people use Grindr daily, from every country on the planet. INTO – A digital magazine dedicated to queer perspectives: news, culture, commentary, video, and more. Slumbr – An event series for the high-minded partygoer, combining fashion, music, and art. Gaymoji – A one-of-a-kind collection of over 500+ stickers available on iOS, Android, and in the Grindr app. Grindr for Equality (G4E) – Our social mission to promote justice, health, and safety for LGBTQ individuals around the globe. OUR FAMILY Behind the brands, Grindr is an inclusive and passionate family of thinkers, innovators, leaders, and most importantly, doers. We`re fueled by endless curiosity, constant collaboration, and a knack for crossing every finish line – all within an agile growth environment. We also enjoy tons of perks, great social events, and stunning views from our HQ in West Hollywood.
About the Person
Lukas Sliwka has been at Grindr since October of 2013, serving as Vice President, Engineering. Sliwka is a thirty-something technologist who`s lived and worked in many different places around the world including Europe, Canada, and both coasts of the US. Lukas has a background in software engineering, agile methodologies, and agile transformation. He loves the disruptive nature of technology and seeks any opportunity to change the status quo. He joined Grindr to further its geo-social mobile platform and how it impacts the dating world. Lukas has also held key roles at Beachbody, Yamaha, and Mazda.
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