Senior Associate, Dasher & Logistics Strategy & Operations

DoorDash; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Wellness benefits

Commuter benefits

Paid time off

Disability and life insurance

Mental health program

Job summary

DoorDash is seeking a valued team member for the Live Operations segment within the Dasher & Logistics team. The individual will enhance Dasher supply through deep analysis and strategy development, collaborating with cross-functional teams like Product and Engineering. Candidates should have 3-5 years in related fields, proficiency in SQL, and a Bachelor’s degree. The compensation ranges from $87,000 to $128,000 annually, alongside attractive equity and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in relevant fields such as consulting, operations, or strategy.
• Ability to analyze data for informed decision-making.
• Detail-oriented and comfortable with ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Build analysis to create data-driven decisions that improve user experience.
• Develop strategies and drive operational outcomes.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

SQL

Excel

First-principles thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

About The Team

The Dasher & Logistics team is responsible for ensuring every delivery is completed with speed, accuracy and a positive experience for Consumers, Merchants, and Dashers. The team focuses on all parts of the Dasher life cycle, from supply and demand to cost and quality, Dasher pay, retention, and order batching.

About The Role

You will play an integral role in building our business strategy on the Live Operations team within the Dasher & Logistics pillar. Your primary goal will be to improve Dasher supply and hours by diving deep into ground realities, testing hypotheses, developing strategies, and scaling impact with cross‑functional teams such as Product, Engineering, and Analytics. You will report directly into a Manager or Senior Manager on the Dasher & Logistics team.

Key Responsibilities

• Build analysis to create data‑driven decisions that improve user experience.
• Operate at the lowest level of detail to become an expert of this problem space.
• Develop strategies and act on them, driving impact for DoorDash.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to drive operational outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3‑5 years of experience in consulting, strategy, financial services, operations, technology, startups, or related fields.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize data, make informed decisions, and balance quantitative measurement with empathy.
• Proficiency in SQL and Excel for data crunching.
• First‑principles thinking and willingness to take action and experiment.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholders at all levels.
• Detail‑oriented mindset, comfortable with ambiguity, and willing to work weekends/holidays.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary in the range $87,000—$128,000 USD, localized to the work location.
• Equity grant opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits, paid time off, disability and life insurance, mental health program, and more.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Statement of Non‑Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, veteran status, or other protected categories. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce and encouraging applicants from all backgrounds.