Dave Arata
About Dave Arata
Dave Arata serves as the Director of Engineering for Trust & Safety at Hinge, a position he has held since 2023. He has a diverse engineering background with previous roles at companies such as theEMPLOYEEapp, StubHub, and Facebook.
Work at Hinge
Dave Arata currently serves as the Director of Engineering, Trust & Safety at Hinge, a position he has held since 2023. His role is based in New York, New York, and operates in a hybrid work environment. In this capacity, he focuses on ensuring the safety and trustworthiness of the platform, leveraging his extensive engineering background to enhance user experience.
Previous Engineering Roles
Before joining Hinge, Dave Arata held several significant engineering positions. He was the Senior Vice President of Engineering at theEMPLOYEEapp from 2014 to 2020. He briefly worked as a Senior Engineering Manager at StubHub in 2022 and returned to Hinge in a similar role for six months. His experience also includes a position as Software Development Manager at Roll20 and a Senior Software Engineer role at play2prep.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Dave Arata possesses advanced skills in C++ programming and has expertise in developing applications using Unreal Engine and UnrealScript. He has experience with the Android SDK, indicating a strong background in mobile application development. Additionally, he has worked with Morpheme, a middleware animation engine, highlighting his specialization in animation technology.
Education and Background
Dave Arata studied at New York University from 2001 to 2005, where he completed his degree. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in software engineering and development, which spans over a decade.
Career Timeline
Dave Arata's career includes various roles in prominent companies. He began as a Helpdesk Intern at Fimat in 2004, followed by a six-year tenure as a Senior Programmer at THQ-Kaos Studios. He has also worked at Facebook as a Software Engineering Manager and held positions at Conductor, Inc. and SecondMarket, Inc. His diverse experiences contribute to his current role at Hinge.