Backend Software Engineer

DoorDash is building the world's most reliable on-demand logistics engine for delivery, powering a three-sided marketplace of consumers, merchants, and dashers.
$130,000 - $220,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Logistics

Description For Backend Software Engineer

DoorDash is revolutionizing the local logistics industry with its sophisticated delivery platform. As a Backend Software Engineer, you'll be at the heart of developing and maintaining the critical infrastructure that powers DoorDash's three-sided marketplace. You'll work on challenging technical problems, transitioning from monolithic to microservice architecture, and building scalable solutions that impact millions of users.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work with modern technologies and architectures while solving real-world logistics challenges. You'll be part of a fast-growing engineering team that values technical excellence and innovation. The position requires strong backend development skills, experience with distributed systems, and the ability to build reliable, high-performance applications.

DoorDash offers a comprehensive benefits package and maintains a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. The company's rapid growth provides excellent opportunities for career advancement and technical leadership. You'll be working in an environment that encourages innovation, supports professional development, and offers the chance to make a significant impact on a platform that serves consumers, merchants, and delivery partners nationwide.

If you're passionate about building large-scale systems, enjoy working with modern technologies, and want to be part of transforming the logistics industry, this role at DoorDash offers the perfect blend of technical challenges and growth opportunities.

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Responsibilities For Backend Software Engineer

  • Develop, release and run large-scale web applications
  • Develop and define the backend architecture and tech stack for a product area
  • Improve performance, reliability, scalability and security for our backend systems
  • Be involved in transitioning monolithic codebase to a microservice-based architecture
  • Tackle technical problems in logistics disruption

Requirements For Backend Software Engineer

Java
Kotlin
PostgreSQL
Redis
RabbitMQ
  • B.S., M.S., or PhD. in Computer Science or equivalent
  • 2+ years of industry experience
  • Prior experience working with backend tech stacks
  • Ability to analyze and improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of system resources
  • Experience with service oriented architecture, writing REST APIs, unit testing, and architectural design
  • Understanding of modern web stacks and architecture (HTTP, REST)
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases

Benefits For Backend Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Premium healthcare
  • Wellness expense reimbursement
  • Paid parental leave

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