Staff Software Engineer, Backend

DoorDash Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DoorDash Canada seeks a Product Engineer to help shape a global infrastructure system that powers its marketplace. This role requires developing and maintaining web applications while participating in architectural decisions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and collaborate across teams to tackle complex challenges.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Wellness reimbursements

Parental leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industry experience required.
• Experience with service-oriented architecture and backend systems.
• Nice-to-have: Java/Kotlin skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, and maintain large-scale web applications.
• Lead the transition from monolithic to microservice-based architecture.
• Enhance system performance and reliability.

Skills

Backend technologies

SQL

NoSQL databases

REST APIs

Service-oriented architecture

Education

B.S., M.S., or PhD. in Computer Science

Job description

DoorDash is building the world's most reliable on-demand logistics engine for delivery! We're looking for experienced engineers to join our fast-growing engineering team to help develop a 24x7 global infrastructure system that powers DoorDash’s marketplace of consumers, merchants, and dashers.

About the Role

Product engineers operate at the intersection of product and infrastructure to solve key business problems with elegant technical solutions. You will manage our backend services and architecture supporting all product functionalities, considering the big picture through cross-functional collaboration and trade-off evaluations to maximize business impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, and maintain large-scale web applications.
• Design and define backend architecture and technology stack for specific product areas.
• Enhance system performance, reliability, scalability, and security.
• Lead the transition from monolithic to microservice-based architecture.
• Tackle cutting-edge technical challenges to disrupt logistics.

Requirements

• B.S., M.S., or PhD. in Computer Science or related field.
• 8+ years of industry experience.
• Experience with backend technologies and systems.
• Ability to analyze and improve efficiency, scalability, and stability.
• Experience with service-oriented architecture, REST APIs, unit testing, and architectural design.
• Knowledge of modern web stacks (HTTP, REST).
• Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Postgres, Redis, Elasticsearch, RabbitMQ).
• Nice-to-have: experience building large-scale, real-time applications, Java/Kotlin skills, open-source contributions.

Additional Information

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About DoorDash

Our mission is to empower local economies by connecting consumers with merchants through innovative technology and logistics. We are rapidly growing and evolving, offering opportunities for team members to contribute their perspectives, solve challenges, and advance their careers. We support employee well-being with comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, wellness reimbursements, and parental leave.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive community by hiring diverse teams from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe true innovation happens when everyone has a seat at the table and the tools to succeed. If accommodations are needed, please inform your recruiting contact.

Application Process

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