Systems Engineer, Labs

DoorDash, Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Francisco, CA · Oakland, CA
Salary
$159,800–$235,000 / yr
Posted
1 day ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $161k
This role $197k
$106k most similar roles pay here $249k

This role pays more than 74% of similar roles. Most pay $124,500–$198,400 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $197k versus about $161k for comparable roles.

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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 238 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $131,600–$193,500 across 156 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Systems Engineer, Labs

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Labs team as a mid-level professional, focusing on shaping the architecture and integration of next-generation delivery platforms. In this role, you will define system requirements and interfaces, translating business goals into clear engineering specifications that ensure performance, safety, and regulatory compliance. You will develop and maintain system architecture documents, lead trade studies to evaluate design options, create verification strategies, and coordinate with cross-discipline teams to integrate systems seamlessly. The ideal candidate has experience in aerospace or autonomous vehicles, proficiency with requirements management tools like DOORS or Jama, and skills in Python or SQL for data analysis. This role involves working on complex, safety-critical systems at a large scale, requiring strong analytical and communication skills to drive successful engineering efforts across multiple disciplines.

What you'll do

  • Define system requirements and interfaces for delivery platforms.
  • Develop and maintain system architecture and interface control documents.
  • Lead trade studies to evaluate design options and make data-driven recommendations.
  • Create verification & validation strategies including test plans and acceptance criteria.
  • Act as the technical liaison to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Systems, Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering.
  • Experience developing and validating system requirements in safety-critical domains like aerospace or autonomous vehicles.
  • Proficiency with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Polarion) for structured traceability processes.
  • Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Reliability Engineering).
  • Exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills in complex engineering projects.
  • Experience leading trade studies and technical risk assessments for design options.
  • Proficiency with Python or SQL for data analysis, system modeling, or test automation.

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