Software Engineer, Performance Platform

DoorDash is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Performance Platform team within the Developer Platform organization. This role focuses on building foundational components that impact system performance across DoorDash's ecosystem. The mission is to integrate performance into DoorDash's software development lifecycle and empower developers to optimize their systems.

The role involves developing tools and capabilities to identify and address performance, scalability, and efficiency limitations, from granular levels to end-to-end systems. You'll work directly with engineers, technical product managers, and engineering managers across the organization to deliver high-impact initiatives.

As a Performance Platform Engineer, you'll be responsible for creating and maintaining developer tools, frameworks, and libraries that enable DoorDash engineers to measure and tune their services' performance. The position requires strong technical skills, particularly in backend development and infrastructure, with proficiency in languages like Java, Kotlin, or Go.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of backend platform experience, demonstrates a product mindset, and values design simplicity. You'll have the opportunity to tackle significant technical challenges while contributing to DoorDash's growth. The role offers competitive compensation ($119,100-$175,100), comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and equity grants, making it an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about performance optimization and platform development.