Senior Software Engineer, Backend (All teams) – Brazil

DoorDash; São Paulo; Híbrido; BRL 180 000 - 300 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

DoorDash Brazil is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Backend to design and scale backend systems used by millions of users across the Brazilian market and beyond. You will help shape architecture, reliability, and performance as part of a cross‑functional team with colleagues in the U.S.

and Brazil, contributing to high‑impact features for Dashers, Merchants, and Consumers. We value strong collaboration, a modern web stack (HTTP, REST/gRPC), and fluency in English to participate in code

Qualificações

• Experience with backend technologies and distributed systems.
• Proficiency in using AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, Codex, Cursor) across the SDLC.
• Familiarity with modern web architecture (HTTP, REST, gRPC, microservices).
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases.

Responsabilidades

• Design, build, and maintain large-scale backend systems used by millions of users.
• Contribute to the technical roadmap and define architecture for key product areas.
• Drive improvements in performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
• Help transition parts of the monolithic codebase to a microservices architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Brazil and the U.S.
• Work on high-impact features that improve user experience for Dashers, Merchants, or Consumers.

Conhecimentos

Backend engineering

Distributed systems

AI coding tools

Web architecture

Databases (SQL/NoSQL)

Testing

Code reviews

English fluency

Autonomy

Ferramentas

Java

Kotlin

JVM languages

Big data

Event-driven architecture

Microservices

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Senior Software Engineer, Backend (All teams) – Brazil

Help us build the future of logistics – from Brazil to the world

DoorDash is building the world’s most reliable on‑demand logistics platform. As part of our global expansion, we are investing heavily in Brazil and growing our engineering presence in São Paulo. This is a unique opportunity to join one of Silicon Valley’s fastest‑growing companies—while staying close to home.

We’re looking for Backend Engineers who are excited to solve real‑world problems at scale. You’ll work on product teams or platform teams that power our three‑sided marketplace of Consumers, Dashers, and Merchants. From improving restaurant discovery to optimizing delivery logistics, you’ll help shape the experience of millions of users.

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, product managers, and designers—many based in the U.S.—so fluency in English and strong collaboration skills are essential.

What you’ll do

• Design, build, and maintain large‑scale backend systems used by millions of users
• Contribute to our technical roadmap and define the architecture for key product areas
• Drive improvements in performance, scalability, reliability, and security
• Help transition parts of our monolithic codebase to a microservices architecture
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams across Brazil and the U.S.
• Work on high‑impact features that directly improve the user experience for Dashers, Merchants, or Consumers

We’re excited about you because…

• You have experience with backend technologies and distributed systems
• You have proficiency in using AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, Codex, Cursor) in the full software development lifecycle, including designing, generating code, testing, monitoring and releasing software
• You’re comfortable with modern web architecture (HTTP, REST APIs, grpc, microservices)
• You’ve worked with relational and non‑relational databases
• You enjoy solving complex problems with elegant code and clear thinking
• You’re fluent in English and confident participating in meetings and code reviews in English
• You care about quality and write tests to ensure your code works as expected
• You take ownership and enjoy working with autonomy in a fast‑paced environment

Nice to haves

• Experience working at a tech company with scale
• Familiarity with Java, Kotlin, or similar JVM languages
• Exposure to big data technologies or event‑driven architecture
• Interest in mentorship or growing into a technical leadership role

Why join DoorDash Brazil?

• Work on a global product, with real impact on millions of people
• Be part of a fast‑growing engineering hub in São Paulo
• Hybrid remote model with great office space in Av. Paulista
• English immersion and opportunities to grow your international career
• Contribute to a modern, scalable platform used across multiple countries
• Build the future of local commerce with a team that values ownership, humility, and getting 1% better every day
  

About DoorDash

At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate in order to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users—from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers. We are a technology and logistics company that started by enabling door‑to‑door delivery, and we are looking for team members who can help us go from a company that is known as the place you order food to a company that people turn to for any and all goods.

DoorDash is growing rapidly and changing constantly, which gives our team members the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and own their careers. We're committed to supporting employees’ happiness, healthiness, and overall well‑being by providing comprehensive benefits and perks.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.
This position is open to candidates with disabilities. DoorDash welcomes applicants registered with the national autism registry (SisTEA) and others who seek an inclusive workplace.
If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.