Senior Platform Checkout Engineering Manager

DoorDash, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 194,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and sick leave

Wellness benefits and commuter match

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

DoorDash, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Order Platform Checkout team in New York, NY. You will lead backend engineers, guide architecture, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable platform services that power seamless order experiences.

This role emphasizes engineering craftsmanship and customer-centric product delivery. You will coach an 8+ person team, shape the roadmap, and scale capabilities while embracing growth and adaptability in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 2+ years of people management leading backend teams.
• 7+ years of industry experience.
• Strong product sense and ability to partner with cross-functional peers.
• Deep platform expertise and dedication to engineering craftsmanship.
• Customer-centric mindset applied to building platform services.
• Growth mindset and eagerness to grow in a hyper-growth setting.
• Adaptability and resilience to thrive in ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Lead a backend engineering team building impactful features and scalable platforms.
• Provide architectural guidance and professional development for a team of 8+ engineers.
• Partner with cross-functional peers to execute on a strategic roadmap.
• Ensure the creation of robust, reliable systems that enable best-in-class products.

Skills

People management

Backend leadership

Platform thinking

Architectural guidance

Customer-centric mindset

Growth mindset

Adaptability

Cross-functional partnering

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related field

Job description

DoorDash, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Order Platform Checkout team in New York, NY. You will lead backend engineers, guide architecture, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable platform services that power seamless order experiences.

This role emphasizes engineering craftsmanship and customer-centric product delivery. You will coach an 8+ person team, shape the roadmap, and scale capabilities while embracing growth and adaptability in a fast-paced