Director, Real-Time AI Logistics Platform

DoorDash USA; Sunnyvale, San Francisco (CA, CA); On-site; USD 268,600 - 395,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer matching

16 weeks of paid parental leave

wellness benefits

paid time off

medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

DoorDash USA in Sunnyvale is seeking an Engineering Director to lead a multi-disciplinary team of 100+ engineers responsible for the logistics platform. In this vital role, you will guide the architectural design of real-time systems, oversee the development of fulfillment platforms, and ensure the integration of AI and machine learning. The ideal candidate has over 12 years of engineering experience, including leadership in high-growth contexts. Compensation includes a competitive base salary ranging from $268,600 to $395,000 USD along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of software engineering experience, including 7+ years leading engineering managers and multiple teams.
• Experience building and scaling high-performing engineering organizations.
• A strategic mindset that shapes technical direction.

Responsibilities

• Drive the engineering strategy for AI and Optimization platform.
• Lead the development of real-time decision engines.
• Ensure production-grade machine learning models.

Skills

Large-Scale Systems

Machine Learning

Mathematical Optimization

Leadership

Distributed Systems

Education

B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science

Job description

DoorDash USA in Sunnyvale is seeking an Engineering Director to lead a multi-disciplinary team of 100+ engineers responsible for the logistics platform. In this vital role, you will guide the architectural design of real-time systems, oversee the development of fulfillment platforms, and ensure the integration of AI and machine learning. The ideal candidate has over 12 years of engineering experience, including leadership in high-growth contexts. Compensation includes a competitive base salary ranging from $268,600 to $395,000 USD along with various benefits.