Backend Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in backend engineering, with experience in building and maintaining production systems that support large-scale development environments. Your expertise in Java allows you to design and implement robust backend solutions that enhance developer workflows. You are familiar with Bazel and understand how to leverage it for efficient build processes, ensuring that developers can ship high-quality code quickly and confidently.

You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with cross-functional teams to improve the developer experience. Your knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes enables you to create seamless development environments that facilitate rapid iteration and deployment. You are passionate about optimizing workflows and removing friction from the software development lifecycle.

You have a proactive mindset and are always looking for ways to enhance productivity through innovative solutions. Your experience with DevOps practices allows you to bridge the gap between development and operations, ensuring that the systems you build are reliable and scalable. You understand the importance of monitoring and performance tuning in maintaining a high-quality developer experience.

Desirable

Familiarity with AI workflows and how they can be integrated into the development process is a plus. You may have experience with other programming languages or frameworks that complement your backend skills, and you are open to learning new technologies as needed.

What you'll do

As a Backend Engineer on the Developer Experience team at DoorDash, you will play a crucial role in shaping the tools and systems that backend engineers rely on daily. You will design and develop core systems that improve build and test performance, ensuring that developers can onboard quickly and efficiently. Your work will involve creating and maintaining Bazel language rules and monorepo libraries that streamline the development process.

You will collaborate with other engineers to enhance the DevContainer environments, making it easier for teams to develop and test their code in a consistent and reliable manner. Your contributions will directly impact the productivity of thousands of engineers, as you work to create a joyful and efficient developer experience.

You will also have the opportunity to explore and implement productivity-enhancing AI workflows, helping to define the future of DoorDash's developer experience. Your role will involve continuous improvement, as you gather feedback from users and iterate on the systems you build to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the engineering organization.

What we offer

At DoorDash, you will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized and valued, and you will have the chance to make a significant impact on the developer experience across the company. Join us in our mission to empower engineers and enhance the way they build, test, and ship code.