Full-Time
Staff Software Engineer
Orders Platform
Instacart
10,001+ employees
Online grocery delivery marketplace with shoppers
Compensation Overview
$221k - $279.5k/yr
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
Remote in USA
Remote
Bachelor's, Master's
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- 10+ years of experience designing, developing, and operating large-scale backend or platform systems in production environments.
- Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional technical initiatives end to end, including architecture, implementation, rollout, and ongoing operations.
- A strong foundation in distributed systems, service-oriented architectures, and high-volume APIs, including hands-on experience with event-driven patterns and idempotent workflows.
- Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages such as Go, Java, or Python.
- Production experience with relational and NoSQL data stores.
- Experience operating mission-critical services, including on-call ownership, service-level objectives or error budgets, performance tuning, incident management, and post-incident reviews.
- Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools to accelerate design exploration, implementation, code review, or code quality.
- Strong communication skills with experience partnering effectively with senior engineers, Product, and cross-functional stakeholders to align on technical direction.
- Lead multi-team initiatives that improve the reliability, scalability, and correctness of the Orders platform across checkout, payments, fulfillment, post-order workflows, and partner integrations.
- Define and drive the technical strategy for the order lifecycle, including modeling and evolving order state machines, guarantees, and service contracts to support new products, fulfillment models, and surfaces while maintaining strong service expectations and data integrity.
- Architect and evolve event-driven, idempotent workflows for core order flows such as creation, updates, cancellations, substitutions, payments, and refunds, ensuring clear invariants, observability, and auditable histories across services.
- Partner closely with engineering and cross-functional teams across Payments, Fulfillment, Catalog, Ads, Fraud and Identity, Data, and Infrastructure to deliver durable platform capabilities that other product teams can build on safely and quickly.
- Modernize and extend the platform through capabilities such as improved consistency models, multi-tenant abstractions, stronger failure isolation, and secure integrations that increase flexibility and operability at scale.
- Design platform capabilities that support agentic commerce, including policy-driven automated workflows, secure APIs, and well-defined tools that make Orders safely addressable by agents and AI systems.
- Raise the technical bar by leading design reviews, coaching engineers, contributing hands-on to critical code paths, and helping teams make sound technical decisions through design spikes, launches, and cross-team efforts.
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience building payments, orders, logistics, or other high-integrity transactional platforms, including policy-driven entitlements and consistency or availability trade-offs.
- Deep expertise with asynchronous workflows and event-driven architectures such as Kafka or Pub/Sub, including at-least-once or exactly-once processing and outbox patterns.
- Experience integrating with diverse internal services and external partners, with clear ownership of API contracts, data models, service expectations, and operational readiness.
- Success building or evolving multi-tenant, extensible platforms that enable rapid onboarding of new product flows, payment methods, incentive types, or partner integrations.
- Strong observability and reliability engineering practices, including tracing, metrics, alerting, circuit breaking, and chaos testing.
- Experience with secure-by-default service design, including tokenization, secrets management, PCI considerations, or PII considerations.
- Interest in applying AI and agentic patterns to platform engineering work in a safe, reliable, and measurable way.
Instacart operates an online grocery delivery platform across North America, allowing customers to order from local stores via website or app. Personal shoppers pick, pack, and deliver the items to customers’ doors or offer in-store pickup. Revenue comes from delivery fees, the Express membership, a service fee, and in-app advertising; it offers a catalog of about 1 billion products from 500+ retailers. The goal is to be the leading, reliable platform for same-day grocery delivery with broad reach and strong service standards.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2012
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 revenue rose 14% to $1.043 billion, with free cash flow reaching $480 million.
- Instacart added World Market exclusivity on September 2, 2026, expanding beyond grocery into home goods.
- Kroger prescription delivery and Petsense partnerships deepen order frequency and basket size in 2026.
What critics are saying
- FTC settlement forced $60 million refunds after deceptive Instacart+ enrollment allegations in 2025.
- Retailers like Kroger, World Market, and Petsense still own customers and can switch partners.
- If grocers build stronger first-party apps, Instacart becomes a commoditized logistics layer by 2027.
What makes Instacart unique
- Instacart powers 2,200+ retail banners and nearly 100,000 stores across North America.
- Its marketplace bundles grocery, pharmacy, pet, and home delivery into one checkout.
- Advertising and enterprise software diversify revenue beyond delivery fees and membership subscriptions.
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↑ 0%Thomas' and Cecily Strong challenge america to savor breakfast and "join the Morning People" Sep. 03, 2026 If you've ever hit snooze one too many times, you're not alone. Research shows that 95% of Americans hate getting up in the morning but Thomas'(R) believes anyone can learn to embrace the morning with the right breakfast. That's why the beloved breakfast brand has teamed up with comedian and actress Cecily Strong for its new "Join the Morning People" campaign, inspiring fans to rethink their mornings - one delicious bite at a time. Best known as the longest-tenured female cast member in late-night TV sketch history, Strong stars alongside Thomas' lovable "breakfast provocateur," Thom, in a series of comedic campaign spots that celebrate early morning humor, chaos and small victories. From juggling parenthood and busy schedules to rising at dawn to catch an overseas sports match, the campaign reminds consumers that no matter when or what your morning looks like, with a Thomas' breakfast it can set you up for success. Leslie Vesper, Chief Marketing Officer at Bimbo Bakeries USA said: "At Thomas', we're on a mission to redefine what it means to be a morning person. We believe great mornings are created, not inherited. Partnering with Cecily Strong allows us to bring a fresh, lighthearted perspective to the breakfast table and inspire consumers nationwide to take on our 21-Day Challenge." Cecily Strong said: "If you told my former late-night self that I'd be leading a crusade to get people out of bed early, I never would have believed you. The truth is, mornings are chaotic. But partnering with Thomas' proved that you don't have to suddenly become a flawless sunrise person - you just need a good breakfast, a sense of humor, and something warm in the toaster to make it tolerable." To encourage Americans to incorporate a warm, delicious breakfast into their daily routine, Thomas' is launching the 21-Day Morning People Challenge, inspired by research showing that it takes approximately 21 days to form a lasting habit. Fans can now visit JoinTheMorningPeople.com to sign up for the challenge. As part of the campaign, Thomas' has partnered with Instacart to reward select participants with prizes including Instacart gift cards and exclusive Thomas' merchandise now through September 17. Fans can also follow along as Strong documents her own 21-day journey toward becoming a morning person on Instagram. For Official Rules, visit JointheMorningPeople.com/rules. The "Join the Morning People" campaign has officially kicked off and includes a series of digital videos, social content and consumer activations celebrating a daily ritual inclusive of a warm, delicious Thomas' breakfast, paired with a side of early morning humor Sep. 03, 2026 Back-to-back awards from Inc. Magazine and Adweek cap three years of remarkable growth Sep. 03, 2026 Participating agencies certified the accuracy of their reported revenue figures, and Adweek conducted additional auditing to verify submissions
Instacart and World Market announce exclusive partnership to deliver global-inspired products in as fast as one hour. Sep 02, 2026, 09:00 ET World Market joins the Instacart Marketplace as its first and exclusive online same-day delivery partner nationwide SAN FRANCISCO and ALAMEDA, Calif., September 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Instacart (Nasdaq: CART), a leading grocery technology company in North America, and World Market, the one-of-a-kind destination for global foods, home décor, furniture, gifts, and more, today announced a new exclusive partnership. Through the Instacart Marketplace, World Market's unique assortment will be available for same-day delivery in as fast as one hour with no markups. Instacart is World Market's first and exclusive online same-day delivery partner, giving customers a convenient new way to shop their favorite global destination retailer without leaving home. "World Market has built an incredibly loyal following of customers who love discovering something new every time they walk through the door, and we're thrilled to bring that same feeling of discovery directly to their homes for the first time with the speed and convenience of same-day delivery," said Ryan Hamburger, Chief Commercial Officer at Instacart. "As the only online marketplace offering a wide variety of World Market products for delivery in as fast as an hour, we're proud to help customers get the things they love - from internationally inspired foods and beverages to unique, imported home decor." "Partnering with Instacart is an exciting new chapter for World Market and a natural extension of our commitment to making the World Market experience as accessible and convenient as possible for our customers," said Eric Hunter, Chief Executive Officer at World Market. "Our stores are filled with inspiring finds from around the globe, and now, customers can have that same curated assortment delivered to their doorstep the same day. We couldn't be more excited to bring this convenience to both longtime World Market customers and to connect with an entirely new set of customers who are discovering us for the first time." Through the Instacart App and website, customers can now browse and order from World Market's wide assortment of items for same-day delivery, including stylish, quality home decor, and thoughtful gifts, many of which are unique and exclusive to World Market and sourced from an international network of individual and regional artisans - in addition to one of the largest assortments of candy and international food favorites from around the world. World Market joins more than 2,200 national and local retail banners on the Instacart Marketplace, spanning grocery, home improvement, beauty, pet, household, and wellness categories. To welcome World Market to the Instacart Marketplace, customers can take $15 off their first qualifying $60 World Market purchase on Instacart* now through September 30. To start shopping from World Market, customers can visit https://www.instacart.com/store/world-market/storefront or download the Instacart App. About Instacart Instacart is a leading grocery technology company that partners with more than 2,200 retail banners - representing nearly 100,000 stores - to transform how people shop for the groceries they need from the retailers they trust, while creating flexible earning opportunities for shoppers. Through the Instacart Marketplace, Instacart Enterprise platform, and Instacart Ads ecosystem, the company powers ecommerce, fulfillment, in-store technology, AI offerings, and advertising for partners. For more information, visit www.instacart.com/company. Maplebear Inc. is the registered corporate name of Instacart. About World Market World Market (www.worldmarket.com), a specialty retailer operating 248 stores, is known for its unique marketplace of home decor, thoughtful gifts, distinctive furniture, and one of the largest assortments of candy and gourmet food and drinks from around the world. For more than 60 years, we've curated an ever-changing assortment where customers can discover quality, style, and value in a one-of-a-kind shopping environment. *$15 off for qualifying customers is valid through 9/30/2026 at 11:59PM PT and is valid only in the United States for your first World Market order of $60 or more and purchased through Instacart, while supplies last. Discount will be applied to the total purchase price, and excludes taxes, service fees, special handling fees and/or other fees; offer cannot be applied to alcohol products. Deliveries subject to availability. In order to take advantage of this offer, customers must have a valid account on Instacart with a valid form of accepted payment on file. Only one offer per household. Instacart reserves the right to modify or cancel this offer at any time. Offer may not be sold, copied, modified, transferred or used retroactively for prior purchases. Void where restricted or prohibited by law. Offer may not be combined with any other sale, promotion, discount, code, coupon, and/or offer. Offer has no cash value. Instacart is not a retailer or seller. Instacart may not be available in all zip or post codes. SOURCE Maplebear Inc. dba Instacart
Chris Rogers, president and CEO of Maplebear Inc. (Instacart), sold 7,606 shares of common stock on 19 August 2026, according to an SEC filing. The sale was executed under a pre-established Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted in November 2025. The transaction represented approximately 1% of Rogers' holdings. He continues to hold 916,636 shares directly. The shares were sold at a weighted average price of $48.95, whilst the stock closed at $50.67 on 19 August. Maplebear operates a technology platform connecting retailers with consumers for grocery delivery and pickup services. The company has a market capitalisation of $12 billion, with trailing twelve-month revenue of $4 billion and net income of $480 million.
Kroger has launched a nationwide service allowing customers to order groceries and eligible prescriptions together through Instacart across more than 2,200 pharmacy locations. The move aims to deepen the company's omnichannel ecosystem and boost customer engagement per order. The rollout comes alongside Kroger's appointment of Nate Faust as Executive Vice President and Chief eCommerce Officer. Together, these developments support Kroger's digital ambitions, though questions remain about online profitability. Investors face uncertainty over whether digital investments will improve margins over time. Fair value estimates for Kroger stock range widely, from $70.70 to $142.20 per share, reflecting divergent views on how the company's digital strategy will affect its financial performance.
Instacart partners with Petsense for same-day delivery. Petsense customers can now order pet food and supplies through Instacart for delivery in as fast as an hour. August 25, 2026. 1:04 PM SAN FRANCISCO - Instacart and Petsense by Tractor Supply have launched an exclusive same-day delivery partnership, giving customers access to the pet specialty retailer's assortment through Instacart. Customers can now order pet food and supplies from Petsense through the Instacart app and website for delivery in as fast as an hour. The companies said products will be offered with no markups. "Petsense has built a loyal following among pet owners who care deeply about the wellbeing of their animals," said Blake Wallace, vice president of commercial partnerships at Instacart. "We're thrilled to be Petsense's exclusive same-day delivery partner, making it easier than ever for customers to get the specialty products their pets love, whenever they need them." Petsense, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tractor Supply Co., operates 209 stores across 23 states and focuses primarily on small and midsize communities. Its assortment includes pet food and supplies from brands such as Fromm, Orijen, Acana, Purina Pro Plan, Hill's Science Diet, Victor, Royal Canin and NutriSource. "At Petsense, we believe that ensuring the health and happiness of your pets should be the easiest decision you make in a day," said Shawn Blankenship, vice president of Petsense by Tractor Supply. "By partnering with Instacart to offer same-day delivery, customers can now receive our top-quality assortment of pet food and supplies in as little as an hour." The addition of Petsense expands Instacart's marketplace, which includes more than 2,200 national and local retail banners representing nearly 100,000 stores. The companies are also offering eligible customers a discount on their first qualifying Petsense order through Instacart through September 30.