Full-Time

Software Engineer I – Entry Level

Fall 2024-Spring 2025

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

DoorDash

DoorDash

10,001+ employees

On-demand food delivery service

No salary listed

Entry, Junior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Toronto, ON, Canada

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Python
Data Structures & Algorithms
SQL
Java
Requirements
  • B.S., M.S. in Computer Science or related disciplines with graduation date between Fall and Spring 2025
  • Ability to start working full-time on March 3, 2025 or June 2, 2025
  • At least 2 previous Software Engineering internships or equivalent work experience, with no more than 2 years of full-time work experience
  • Experience working with databases (e.g. SQL)
  • Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures
  • Experience working with at least one object-oriented programming language (e.g. Python, Java, Kotlin, etc.)
  • Experience writing clean code, working with version control, and unit testing
Responsibilities
  • Develop, maintain and ship technical elements with the support of your mentor, manager, and team members
  • Act on feedback, coaching, and mentorship from your mentor and team members
  • Actively learn about the elements to which you contribute
  • Make a direct impact on our business by collaborating with your team to solve problems for our customers
Desired Qualifications
  • Able to analyze and improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of various systems
  • Excited to develop, release, and run large-scale web applications
  • Experience with solutions for systems monitoring, live deployments, and continuous integration
  • Experience with real-time technology problems
  • Experience working with service oriented architecture, writing APIs, and designing systems

DoorDash connects customers with local and national restaurants for on-demand food delivery, primarily in the United States, Canada, and Australia. The platform allows users to browse menus and place orders, catering to both consumers seeking convenience and restaurants wanting to expand their reach. DoorDash operates a three-sided marketplace involving customers, restaurants, and delivery drivers, earning revenue through commission fees from restaurants and delivery fees from customers. The company's goal is to leverage technology to meet the needs of all parties involved in the food delivery process.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • DoorDash's Deliveroo acquisition could expand its market presence in Europe significantly.
  • The partnership with Whizz in Chicago promotes eco-friendly delivery solutions with e-bikes.
  • DoorDash's collaboration with Giant Tiger strengthens its position in the Canadian market.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Uber Eats may impact DoorDash's market share.
  • The Deliveroo acquisition may face regulatory scrutiny in the UK, causing delays.
  • Technical challenges in the robot delivery pilot could affect scalability and efficiency.

What makes DoorDash unique

  • DoorDash offers a unique three-sided marketplace for customers, restaurants, and Dashers.
  • The company is pioneering sidewalk robot delivery in the U.S. for last-mile logistics.
  • DoorDash's Afterpay integration provides flexible payment options, enhancing customer satisfaction.

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Benefits

Health & Wellness - Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including fertility coverage. Monthly gym and wellness reimbursement.

Compensation - Competitive salary with bi-annual performance reviews. Meaningful equity opportunities - with quarterly vesting.

Time When You Need It - Flexible vacation days for salaried employees. Generous vacation and sick days for hourly team members. Paid Parental Leave to support our DoorDash families.

Flexible Work Support - At-home office equipment and monthly WiFi support while working from home. Enjoy your favorite lunch on us while working in one of our offices.

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

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1 year growth

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Startup Ecosystem
Apr 26th, 2025
DoorDash Proposes $3.6 Billion Buyout of Deliveroo

DoorDash, the US-based meal delivery company, has made a proposal to acquire British company Deliveroo for approximately $3.6 billion (2.7 billion pounds).

The News Tribune
Apr 25th, 2025
Aldi bets on Sin City

As part of the opening celebration, Aldi teamed up with DoorDash to announce the new stores through a custom activation that will last through April 30 at the Sphere, a globe-shaped music and entertainment arena with exterior LED displays.

Perishable News
Apr 15th, 2025
Giant Tiger Partners with DoorDash and Uber Eats, Increasing Convenient On-Demand Delivery Access for Canadians

Giant Tiger partners with DoorDash and Uber Eats, increasing convenient on-demand delivery access for Canadians.

Restaurantology
Apr 15th, 2025
The Storefront strategy: Is DoorDash quietly becoming a restaurant operating system?

Payments: Through a partnership with Klarna, DoorDash has launched Afterpay which offers consumers the ability to "buy now, pay later."

Omnitalk
Apr 15th, 2025
Uber Revs Up Advertising Capabilities Through Instacart Carrot Ads Integration

In a significant move to bolster its advertising ecosystem, Uber has announced a strategic integration with Instacart's Carrot Ads platform across its U.S. operations.