Software Engineer, Backend (All Levels / All Teams)

Rocket Lab; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking talented Backend Engineers to join their expanding Engineering teams. In this hybrid role, you will develop and maintain large-scale web applications that support a dynamic marketplace. You will tackle cutting-edge technical challenges, enhancing the performance, reliability, and security of backend systems. With a commitment to employee well-being and an inclusive environment, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in logistics technology. Join a forward-thinking company that empowers local economies through innovative solutions!

Qualifications

• Experience with backend technology stacks and service-oriented architecture.
• Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases, enhancing system performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain large-scale web applications for a 24x7 infrastructure.
• Design backend architecture and transition to microservice architectures.

Skills

Backend Technology Stacks

System Efficiency Analysis

Service-oriented Architecture

REST APIs

Unit Testing

System Design

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

M.S. in Computer Science

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Postgres

Redis

Elasticsearch

RabbitMQ

Job description

About the Role

DoorDash is building the world's most reliable on-demand logistics engine for delivery. We are expanding our Engineering teams globally and are seeking Backend Engineers to develop and maintain a large-scale, 24x7 global infrastructure system supporting our marketplace of Consumers, Merchants, and Dashers.

This role involves working on both Product and Product Platform teams. Product Engineers focus on solving key business problems by integrating product and infrastructure, operating backend services, and considering the big picture to maximize business impact. The position is hybrid, requiring some in-office presence, and reports to an Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing, releasing, and maintaining large-scale web applications
• Designing backend architecture and selecting appropriate tech stacks
• Enhancing performance, reliability, scalability, and security of backend systems
• Transitioning from monolithic to microservice architectures
• Addressing cutting-edge technical challenges to innovate logistics solutions

Qualifications:

• B.S., M.S., or PhD. in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with backend technology stacks
• Ability to analyze and improve system efficiency, scalability, and stability
• Experience with service-oriented architecture, REST APIs, unit testing, and system design
• Knowledge of modern web stacks and architecture (HTTP, REST)
• Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases such as Postgres, Redis, Elasticsearch, RabbitMQ

Note: For jobs in NYC or remote roles associated with NYC offices, Covey is used in the hiring process. Details about Covey and related audits are provided.

About DoorDash

DoorDash aims to empower local economies through innovative logistics and technology. We are committed to supporting our employees' well-being with comprehensive benefits and fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives. We encourage applicants requiring accommodations to inform their recruiting contact.