Software Engineer I

DoorDash, Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Los Angeles, CANew York, NYSan Francisco, CASunnyvale, CASeattle, WA
Salary
$107,400–$158,000 / yr
Posted
13 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $139k
This role $133k
$93k most similar roles pay here $189k

This role pays less than 64% of similar roles. Most pay $113,700–$165,213 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $133k versus about $139k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About DoorDash, Inc

DoorDash, Inc. is an American company operating online food ordering and food delivery. It trades under the symbol DASH. With a 56% market share, DoorDash is the largest food delivery platform in the United States.

DoorDash, Inc currently has 186 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,200–$218,000 across 164 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Software Engineer I

Software Engineer I, Entry-Level (Graduation Date: Fall 2026-Summer 2027) - US joins the Engineering team to build and operate reliable, scalable technology for a global three-sided marketplace. Working under the guidance of mentors and experienced engineers, you will develop, maintain, and ship production-ready software while contributing to code reviews and version control. The role involves solving complex technical challenges to improve experiences for consumers, merchants, and delivery partners. You will utilize object-oriented programming languages such as Python, Java, or Kotlin, alongside SQL and other database technologies. Essential skills include a solid understanding of algorithms and data structures, writing clean testable code, and creating unit tests. The work focuses on the infrastructure and backend systems required to support local commerce at scale, ensuring high performance across various brands and international markets.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

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What you'll do

  • Develop, maintain, and ship production-ready software with support from mentors and team members.
  • Write clean, testable code while participating in code reviews and version control processes.
  • Learn and master the technical systems that operate at a large scale.
  • Apply feedback and coaching to improve technical skills and problem-solving approaches.
  • Solve complex problems for consumers, merchants, and delivery partners across a three-sided marketplace.
  • Build and operate reliable, scalable infrastructure and backend systems for global commerce.

What we're looking for

  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, graduating between Fall 2026 and Summer 2027.
  • At least two previous software engineering internships or equivalent practical experience.
  • No more than two years of full-time professional experience.
  • Experience using at least one object-oriented programming language such as Python, Java, or Kotlin.
  • A solid understanding of algorithms and data structures.
  • Experience working with databases and technologies such as SQL.
  • Experience writing clean code, using version control, and creating unit tests.
  • Familiarity with AI tools, system monitoring, CI/CD, or service-oriented architecture (preferred).

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