Full-Time

Engineering Manager

Merchant Menu Platform

Updated on 3/14/2025

DoorDash

DoorDash

10,001+ employees

On-demand food delivery connecting customers and restaurants

Compensation Overview

$193.8k - $285kAnnually

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Seattle, WA, USA

Category
Engineering Management
Software Development Management
Requirements
  • B.S., M.S., or PhD in Computer Science or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in people management leading full stack product teams
  • 8+ years of industry experience
  • Strong product sense and can be a thought partner with cross-functional peers
  • Experience selecting and adopting web technologies to improve testing and performance
  • A customer-centric mindset and will apply that to building out platform services
  • Growth mindset - you're eager to expand your skill set and excited to carve out your career path in a hyper-growth setting
  • Adaptability, resiliency, and ability to thrive in ambiguity - things can change quickly, and you'll need to help the team evolve
Responsibilities
  • Lead a group of talented backend engineers to develop impactful features and scalable platforms
  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams across the Merchant and Consumer organizations to execute a strategic roadmap
  • Ensure the delivery of exceptional systems that are scalable, reliable and unlock the best in class product and tech innovations
  • Provide architectural guidance and professional development for a team of 8+
  • Encourage innovation, teamwork, implementation of cutting-edge technologies, and outside-of-the-box thinking
  • Scale the team by recruiting, retaining and developing highly talented engineers across different disciplines

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 delivered by drivers known as "Dashers." DoorDash earns revenue through commission fees from restaurants and delivery fees from customers, while Dashers are compensated with base pay and tips. The company's goal is to be a leading player in the food delivery market by enhancing user experience and expanding its services.

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 user base grew from 37 million to 42 million in one year.
  • Expansion into new verticals like home improvement increases market share and revenue streams.
  • Partnership with Carolina Hemp Hut taps into the growing cannabis market.

What critics are saying

  • Uber's lawsuit against DoorDash could lead to significant legal costs and reputational damage.
  • Expansion into non-food verticals may dilute DoorDash's brand identity as a food delivery service.
  • Partnerships with major retailers could create dependency issues affecting service offerings.

What makes DoorDash unique

  • DoorDash offers a wide range of products beyond food, including electronics and groceries.
  • The company has a robust logistics network capable of delivering perishable and bulky items.
  • DoorDash's partnerships with Twitch and Fortnite enhance its visibility among younger demographics.

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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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