Software Engineer II - Full-Stack
Full Stack Engineer · Mid · Full Time
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Role
What you'll do.
Deliveroo is seeking a Full-Stack Software Engineer II to contribute to their innovative food delivery technology platform. The role involves improving code architecture, collaborating across engineering teams, and solving complex logistical challenges in a fast-paced, impact-driven environment that serves millions of customers daily.
Responsibilities
- Technical Execution: Improve code structure, impact system architecture, and conduct comprehensive code reviews across the team's projects
- System Optimization: Simplify maintenance of production systems, enhance operational readiness, and improve system visibility and health
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Build relationships with other engineering teams, identify collaborative opportunities, and contribute to broader organizational goals
- Technical Leadership: Own large-scale work projects, guide design and implementation choices, and influence team roadmaps
- Talent Development: Participate actively in engineering interviews and support colleagues' professional growth and role efficiency
Qualifications
What we look for.
Technical
Web Development
Experience building web-based applications in languages like Go, Ruby/Rails, Python, Scala, or Rust
Database Skills
Proficiency with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL backends (Redis, DynamoDB, ElasticSearch, Memcache)
Web Architecture
Experience handling web infrastructure at high scale (20,000+ requests per minute)
Education
Computer Science
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred
Experience
Software Development
Proven track record of developing maintainable, well-tested software solutions
Scalable Systems
Experience solving complex logistical problems through software development
Skills
Required
Web Development
Strong capabilities in building scalable web applications
Code Quality
Commitment to writing readable, well-designed, and thoroughly tested software
System Architecture
Understanding of complex system design and optimization
Preferred
Distributed Systems
Nice to haveKnowledge of designing and managing large-scale distributed systems
Performance Optimization
Nice to haveExperience in improving system performance and efficiency
Tech stack
Languages
Databases
Tools
Compensation
Pay and benefits.
Base·GBP 75,000 – 120,000
Equity·Stock options
Benefits
Equity Options
Competitive equity options allowing employees to share in company success
Career Growth
Opportunities for rapid professional development in a high-impact environment
Flexible Working
Collaborative culture with flexible working arrangements
Process
Interview steps.
- 01
Initial Screening
Initial review of application and background
- 02
Technical Interview
Comprehensive assessment of technical skills and problem-solving abilities
- 03
Coding Challenge
Practical coding assessment to evaluate software development skills
- 04
Final Interview
Final discussion with team leads and potential future colleagues
Full posting
Original listing.
Why Deliveroo?
We're building the definitive online food company, transforming the way the world eats by making hyper-local food more convenient and accessible. We obsess about building the future of food, whilst using our network as a force for good. We're at the forefront of an industry, powered by our market-leading technology and unrivalled network to bring incredible convenience and selection to our customers.
Working at Deliveroo is the perfect environment to build a definitive career, motivated by impact. Firstly, the impact that working here will have on your development, allowing you to grow faster than you might elsewhere; secondly, the impact that you can have on Deliveroo, leaving your mark as we scale; and finally, being part of something bigger, through the impact that we make together in our marketplace and communities.
What you'll do?
As a Software Engineer at Deliveroo, your individual work contributes to achieving goals in and across your team. While you will work with your team and you may lead projects, some of your work will contribute outside of your direct remit. You will report to managers and group leads and together deliver the results.
Technical Execution:
You will improve code structure, have an impact on architecture, and review code of any scope produced by your team.
You'll aim to simplify the maintenance and operation of production systems, visibility, operational readiness, and health of your team's systems.
Collaboration & Leadership:
As well as leading from the front regarding technical execution, you'll build relationships with other engineering teams and, identify collaboration opportunities.
You'll own larger pieces of work, assist with design and technical / implementation choices and influence the roadmap within your team.
You will take an active role in the hiring process and conducting engineering interviews. This will also extend to the current team where you will support the personal growth of colleagues, encouraging efficiency in their roles.
Expectations:
We want to emphasise that we don't expect you to meet all of the below but would love you to have experience in some of these areas.
Pride in readable, well-designed, well-tested software
Experience writing web-based applications in any language, and an interest in learning (Go, Ruby/Rails, Python, Scala, or Rust)
Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL)
Experience with web architecture at scale (20krpm and above)
Experience with "NoSQL" data backends and other (Redis, DynamoDB, ElasticSearch, Memcache)
Experience solving logistical problems with software
Why Join Us?
At Deliveroo, you’ll do work that matters—solving real-world problems in a three-sided marketplace that’s constantly evolving. We’re food lovers, problem solvers, community organisers, proud parents, and more, brought together by a shared drive to make things better. Working here you can expect to:
🔧 Solve meaningful problems at real scale Work on a complex, always-on marketplace that impacts millions every day.
🌱 See your impact, fast Ship, test and improve ideas quickly in a low-hierarchy, high-ownership environment.
🧠 Grow through challenge and ownership Take on big, ambiguous problems and accelerate your career with strong support.
🌎 A culture built for builders High standards, collaboration, flexible working and continuous learning.
💰 Share in the success you help create Competitive salary and equity options, so you’re rewarded for the impact you make.
➡️ Want a deeper look at how we build? Check out our Tech Blog.
We aim to create a fair process that lets your skills shine—our interview typically includes 3-4 stages. Explore our Engineering Interview Guide here to help you feel confident at each stage.
Our Global Structure
Deliveroo is now part of DoorDash, bringing together teams with even greater reach, scale, and ambition. Depending on your role, you may collaborate with teammates, systems, and leaders across DoorDash and Wolt. Together, we’re unlocking new possibilities as one global team.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At Deliveroo, we know that a great workplace reflects the world around us and that true diversity and inclusion make us stronger, more creative, and better at what we do. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can do their best work and feel they belong.
We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion, or belief.
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and need support to apply for one of our roles, or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know once you’ve submitted your application. We’ll share details on how to request support so we can ensure you have a fair and equitable experience.
If you’re excited about making a real impact in a fast-moving marketplace and growing your career alongside ambitious, supportive teams, we’d love to hear from you!
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