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Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Machine Learning, Personalization

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DoorDash

DoorDash

10,001+ employees

On-demand food delivery service

Consumer Software
Food & Agriculture

Compensation Overview

$119.1k - $252.4kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Hybrid role requiring some in-office presence.

Category
FinTech Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Tensorflow
Data Structures & Algorithms
Requirements
  • 8+ years of industry experience developing machine learning models with business impact, and shipping ML solutions to production.
  • M.S., or PhD. in Statistics, Computer Science, Math, Operations Research, Physics, Economics, or other quantitative field.
  • Expertise in applied ML for Causal Inference and Recommendation Systems - both classical and deep learning based. Additional familiarity with explore/exploit/MAB algorithms & LLMs is a plus.
  • Machine learning background in Python; experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow preferred.
  • Ability to communicate technical details to nontechnical stakeholders.
  • Desire for impact with a growth-minded and collaborative mindset.
Responsibilities
  • Develop production machine learning solutions to build a world class personalized shopping experience for a diverse and expanding retail space.
  • Partner with engineering and product leaders to help shape the product roadmap applying ML.
  • Mentor junior team members, and lead cross functional pods to create collective impact.

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, which are then delivered by drivers known as "Dashers." DoorDash stands out by utilizing technology to create a three-sided marketplace that benefits customers, restaurants, and Dashers, generating revenue through commission and delivery fees. The company's goal is to be a leading player in the food delivery market while enhancing the user experience.

Company Stage

Series H

Total Funding

$2.5B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

28%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • DoorDash's continuous innovation, such as the introduction of alcohol delivery in new markets, opens up additional revenue opportunities.
  • The company's strong market presence and brand recognition make it a stable and attractive employer in the competitive gig economy.
  • Strategic partnerships and promotions, like those with McDonald's and Cold Stone Creamery, provide employees with unique opportunities to work on high-visibility projects.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive food delivery market requires constant innovation to maintain market share, posing a risk of falling behind.
  • Regulatory changes, such as those affecting gig economy workers' rights, could impact DoorDash's operational model and profitability.

What makes DoorDash unique

  • DoorDash's three-sided marketplace model effectively balances the needs of customers, restaurants, and delivery drivers, setting it apart from competitors who may focus on only one or two of these groups.
  • The company's strategic expansion into alcohol delivery and international markets like Canada and Australia diversifies its revenue streams and reduces dependency on the U.S. market.
  • DoorDash's user-friendly platform and innovative membership programs like DashPass enhance customer loyalty and engagement, distinguishing it from other food delivery services.

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.