Staff Software Engineer - Database Infrastructure

Deliveroo, a leading food delivery platform, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their database infrastructure team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of large-scale system design and database engineering.

The position involves designing and implementing automation systems for managing Deliveroo's extensive cloud database infrastructure. As a Staff Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of solving complex technical challenges that impact millions of users worldwide. You'll work closely with Database Administrators, developing expertise in database engineering practices while creating tools and best practices for the AWS database ecosystem.

The role demands technical excellence and leadership capabilities. You'll be expected to lead the technical direction of your team, influence strategic decisions, and build relationships across different departments. Your expertise will be crucial in mentoring other engineers and maintaining high engineering standards through code reviews and technical guidance.

Deliveroo's engineering culture emphasizes collaboration, autonomy, and impact. The company values technical innovation and provides engineers with the freedom to solve complex problems at scale. As a Staff Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of food delivery technology while working with cutting-edge tools and technologies.

The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in database technologies, including both SQL and NoSQL systems, strong software engineering skills (particularly in Go or Python), and significant experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS. You'll be joining a company that prioritizes employee welfare, offering comprehensive benefits and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

This role offers the unique opportunity to work on technical challenges at a massive scale while contributing to Deliveroo's mission of becoming the definitive food company. You'll be part of a fast-growing organization that values technical excellence, innovation, and personal growth, making it an ideal position for experienced engineers looking to make a significant impact in the food-tech industry.