Software Engineer
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Requirements
• Pride in readable, well-designed, and well-tested software, with a focus on long-term maintainability. • Experience writing web-based applications in any modern language (Go, Ruby/Rails, Python, Scala, or Rust). • Solid understanding of relational databases (such as PostgreSQL or MySQL). • Familiarity with web architecture at scale, ideally handling high-traffic environments (20krpm and above). • Exposure to NoSQL data backends or caching layers like Redis, DynamoDB, or ElasticSearch. • A problem-solving mindset, particularly when applied to complex logistical or marketplace challenges.
Responsibilities
• As a Software Engineer at Deliveroo, your individual work contributes to achieving goals in and across your team. While you will work with your team and you may lead projects, some of your work will contribute outside of your direct remit. You will report to managers and group leads and together deliver the results. • Technical Execution: • You will improve code structure, have an impact on architecture, and review code of any scope produced by your team. • You'll aim to simplify the maintenance and operation of production systems, visibility, operational readiness, and health of your team's systems. • Collaboration & Leadership: • As well as leading from the front regarding technical execution, you'll build relationships with other engineering teams and, identify collaboration opportunities. • You'll own larger pieces of work, assist with design and technical / implementation choices and influence the roadmap within your team. • You will take an active role in the hiring process and conducting engineering interviews. This will also extend to the current team where you will support the personal growth of colleagues, encouraging efficiency in their roles. • We want to emphasise that we don't expect you to meet all of the below but would love you to have experience in some of these areas. • Pride in readable, well-designed, well-tested software • Experience writing web-based applications in any language, and an interest in learning (Go, Ruby/Rails, Python, Scala, or Rust) • Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) • Experience with web architecture at scale (20krpm and above) • Experience with "NoSQL" data backends and other (Redis, DynamoDB, ElasticSearch, Memcache) • Experience solving logistical problems with software • Workplace & Diversity • At Deliveroo we know that people are the heart of the business and we prioritise their welfare. We offer multiple great benefits in areas including health, family, finance, community, convenience, growth and relocation. • We believe a great workplace is one that represents the world we live in and how beautifully diverse it can be. That means we have no judgement when it comes to any one of the things that make you who you are - your gender, race, sexuality, religion or a secret aversion to coriander. All you need is a passion for (most) food and a desire to be part of one of the fastest-growing startups in an exciting space.
Benefits
• At Deliveroo, you’ll do work that matters—solving real-world problems in a three-sided marketplace that’s constantly evolving. We’re food lovers, problem solvers, community builders and more, brought together by a shared drive to make things better. Working here you can expect to: • 🔧 Solve meaningful problems at real scale Work on a complex, always-on marketplace that impacts millions every day. • 🌱 See your impact, fast Ship, test and improve ideas quickly in a low-hierarchy, high-ownership environment. • 🧠 Grow through challenge and ownership Take on big, ambiguous problems and accelerate your career with strong support. • 🌎 A culture built for builders High standards, collaboration, flexible working and continuous learning. • ➡️ Want a deeper look at how we build? Check out our Tech Blog. • We aim to create a fair process that lets your skills shine—our interview typically includes 3-4 stages. Explore our Engineering Interview Guide here to help you feel confident at each stage. • Our Global Structure • Deliveroo is now part of DoorDash, bringing together teams with even greater reach, scale, and ambition. Depending on your role, you may collaborate with teammates, systems, and leaders across DoorDash and Wolt. Together, we’re unlocking new possibilities as one global team. • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion • At Deliveroo, we know that a great workplace reflects the world around us and that true diversity and inclusion make us stronger, more creative, and better at what we do. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can do their best work and feel they belong. • We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion, or belief. • If you have a disability or long-term health condition and need support to apply for one of our roles, or if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help ensure you have a fair and equitable experience. • If you’re excited about solving meaningful problems at scale and growing with a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.