Senior Systems Engineer – Delivery Platform Architect

DoorDash; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,600 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer matching

16 weeks paid parental leave

Wellness benefits

Commuter benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

DoorDash is hiring a Systems Engineer based in San Francisco, CA. In this role, you will shape the architecture of next-generation delivery platforms, ensuring they meet performance and regulatory goals.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience. DoorDash offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering or a related role.
• Proficiency with requirements management tools and structured traceability.
• Experience in self-driving, aerospace, or safety-critical domains.

Responsibilities

• Define system requirements and interfaces for delivery platforms.
• Develop and maintain system architecture and interface control documents.
• Lead trade studies and technical risk assessments.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

Data analysis (Python, SQL)

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama, Polarion)

Job description

DoorDash is hiring a Systems Engineer based in San Francisco, CA. In this role, you will shape the architecture of next-generation delivery platforms, ensuring they meet performance and regulatory goals.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience. DoorDash offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave, and wellness programs.