Software Engineer, New Grad

About the role

Deliveroo, now part of DoorDash, is looking for a Software Engineer, New Grad to join its London engineering team at Cannon Bridge House. You will help build the future of on-demand delivery, working on production systems that impact millions of users, in a low-hierarchy, high-ownership environment.

Key responsibilities

• Ship high-quality code: improve code structure and contribute to the architecture of services using languages such as Go, Ruby, Python or Scala.
• Own your features: take ownership of specific pieces of work, helping with design, technical implementation and influencing the team's roadmap.
• Operational excellence: simplify the maintenance and health of production systems and keep them ready and visible.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering teams to solve complex marketplace problems.
• Grow through mentorship, supported by senior colleagues and later supporting peers through code reviews and knowledge sharing.

Required profile

• Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, graduated within the last year.
• Pride in writing readable, well-designed and thoroughly tested software.
• Experience writing web-based applications in any language and a strong interest in learning the stack (Go, Ruby/Rails, Python, Scala or Rust).
• Familiarity with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Ability to break down complex logistical or technical problems into manageable software solutions.
• Right to work in the U.K.; applicants must be authorised to work in the U.K. to be considered.

What we offer

• A complex, always-on marketplace that impacts millions every day.
• Fast feedback: ship, test and improve ideas quickly.
• Strong support and ownership to accelerate your career.
• A culture of high standards, collaboration, flexible working and continuous learning.

The role is based in the London headquarters and requires in-office attendance at least 3 days a week. The interview process typically has 3-4 stages.