Software Engineer, New Grad

team. In this role, you’ll help us build the future of on-demand delivery, contributing to the services that power our global marketplace.

About Deliveroo

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.

Software Engineer, New Grad

Join us in our mission to transform the way people shop and eat, where impact, innovation and growth drive everything we do. Our Engineering teams tackle complex technical challenges across a global, three-sided marketplace, building and scaling systems that serve millions of customers, riders and partners every day.

From real-time logistics to resilient infrastructure and marketplace optimisation, we design, build and operate technology that powers Deliveroo’s growth at scale.

to join our team — what drives us, how we work, and what you can expect.

You’ll be joining a high-impact engineering team at our London headquarters. As a New Grad, you will work on production systems that impact millions of users, supported by a world-class team of engineers.

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 builders and more, brought together by a shared drive to make things better.

Solve meaningful problems at real scale

Work on a complex, always-on marketplace that impacts millions every day.

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.

Responsibilities

Here’s what your day-to-day might look like

• Improve code structure and contribute to the architecture of services using languages like Go, Ruby, Python, or Scala.
• Take ownership of specific pieces of work, assisting with design, technical implementation, and influencing your team's roadmap.
• Aim to simplify the maintenance and health of production systems, ensuring operational readiness and visibility.
• Build relationships with other engineering teams to identify collaboration opportunities and solve complex marketplace problems.
• Benefit from the support of senior colleagues while eventually supporting the growth of your peers through code reviews and knowledge sharing.
• Ship, test and improve ideas quickly in a low-hierarchy, high-ownership environment.

Requirements

• Our ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in some of these areas and curiosity to grow in others:
• A 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 our stack (Go, Ruby/Rails, Python, Scala, or Rust).
• Familiarity with relational databases (such as PostgreSQL or MySQL).
• A proven ability to break down complex logistical or technical problems into manageable software solutions.
• Applicants must be authorised to work in the U.K. to be considered for this position.
• Grow through challenge and ownership

Benefits

• 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.
• ➡️ Want a deeper look at how we build? Check out our Tech Blog

See your impact, fast

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.

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!

This role is based in Deliveroo’s London headquarters at Cannon Bridge House and requires in-office attendance at least 3 days a week.

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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