Staff Software Engineering, Backend (All Teams)
Core
Build and evolve large-scale, highly available backend systems for DoorDash's three-sided on-demand logistics marketplace.
Role type
Staff Backend Engineer (IC with mentorship)
Builds
Large-scale web applications and foundational backend services for consumers, merchants, and Dashers
Domain
Logistics / On-demand delivery / Distributed Systems
Required skills
Service-oriented architecture, REST API design, SQL/NoSQL databases, System scalability and stability analysis, AI coding tools proficiency, Microservices architecture transition
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Postgres, Redis, Elasticsearch, RabbitMQ, HTTP, REST
Responsibilities
Develop and define backend architecture and tech stack, Improve performance and reliability of backend systems, Lead transition from monolithic to microservice architecture, Mentor engineers and improve engineering practices
Seniority
Staff, strategic direction & mentorship
