Software Engineer II, Data Engineering

DoorDash; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Wellness benefits

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

A leading technology and logistics company in Sunnyvale is seeking a Software Engineer II to scale their data infrastructure. In this mid-senior role, you will work on high-performance data models, ensuring quality and reliability of data processes. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in data engineering, proficient in Python/Java, and familiar with ETL orchestration tools. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience working in data engineering.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python/Java.
• Experience in ETL orchestration and workflow management tools.
• Experience with distributed data systems (Spark/Hive/Druid/Presto).
• Experience with Snowflake/Redshift/PostgreSQL.
• Excellent communication with technical and non-technical teams.
• Knowledge of BI tools like Tableau/Looker/Superset.

Responsibilities

• Understand data requirements from stakeholders.
• Design, develop and implement data models for Data Lake.
• Improve reliability and scalability of ETL processes.
• Develop data quality checks and monitoring routines.
• Improve ETL reliability and scalability.
• Manage data products delivering high-quality data.
• Onboard and support other engineers in the team.

Skills

Data engineering

Python/Java

ETL orchestration

SQL

Distributed data ecosystem

Communication skills

Tools

Airflow

Snowflake

Tableau

Azkaban

Spark

Hadoop

Snowflake

Redshift

PostgreSQL

Kafka

Tableau

Looker

Superset

Job description

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About The Team

Data is at the foundation of DoorDash success. The Data Engineering team builds database solutions for various use cases including reporting, product analytics, marketing optimization and financial reporting. By implementing pipelines, data structures, and data warehouse architectures, this team serves as the foundation for decision-making at DoorDash.

About The Role

DoorDash is looking for a Software Engineer II to be a technical powerhouse to help us scale our data infrastructure, automation and tools to meet growing business needs.

You're excited about this opportunity because you will…

• Work with business partners and stakeholders to understand data requirements
• Work with engineering, product teams and 3rd parties to collect required data
• Design, develop and implement large scale, high volume, high performance data models and pipelines for Data Lake and Data Warehouse
• Develop and implement data quality checks, conduct QA and implement monitoring routines
• Improve the reliability and scalability of our ETL processes
• Manage a portfolio of data products that deliver high-quality, trustworthy data
• Help onboard and support other engineers as they join the team

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience working in data engineering, business intelligence, or a similar role
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python/Java
• 3+ years of experience in ETL orchestration and workflow management tools like Airflow, Flink, Oozie and Azkaban using AWS/GCP
• Expert in database fundamentals, SQL and distributed computing
• 3+ years of experience with the distributed data ecosystem (Spark, Hive, Druid, Presto) and streaming technologies such as Kafka/Flink
• Experience working with Snowflake, Redshift, PostgreSQL and/or other DBMS platforms
• Excellent communication skills and experience working with technical and non-technical teams
• Knowledge of reporting tools such as Tableau, Superset and Looker
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, self-starter and self-organizing
• Ability to think strategically, analyze and interpret market and consumer information
• Location near one of our engineering hubs

Compensation and Benefits

The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the pay range listed below and is determined based on job-related factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to an employee’s work location. Ranges are market-dependent and may be modified in the future. In addition to base salary, the compensation for this role includes opportunities for equity grants. Talk to your recruiter for more information.

DoorDash offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer matching, paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time off and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable laws, medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid holidays, disability and life insurance, and mental health programs. For more details, see the careers page.

• Paid time off: salaried roles have flexible PTO; specific details provided by recruiter
• Paid sick time and other leave as applicable by location

About DoorDash

At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users—from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers.

DoorDash is a technology and logistics company that continues to grow, offering team members opportunities to solve new challenges and advance their careers. We are committed to supporting employees’ happiness, healthiness, and well-being through comprehensive benefits and perks.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. We hire and cultivate diverse teams and believe true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and access to tools, resources, and opportunities to excel.

Pursuant to applicable local and state hiring regulations, we will consider qualified applicants including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the law. If you need accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Software Development

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