Process
The interview process was organized, but the technical portion felt quite difficult for the short time provided. It was challenging to demonstrate problem-solving ability fully within the time limit. The interviewer was professional and clear, though the problem required both design and implementation, which made it a bit rushed.
Questions
They asked a backend-focused coding question involving designing and implementing an API with some business logic.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the DoorDash Backend Engineer role.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
DoorDash's interview process for their Backend Engineer roles is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative100%
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for DoorDash's Backend Engineer interview process.
DoorDash Work Experiences
3.0
DoorDash's golden handcuffs
Backend Engineer • Former Employee
San Francisco, California, United States
September 30, 2025
Pros: High Compensation: Offers a competitive salary and valuable stock options that are at the higher end of the industry standard.
Significant Technical Challenges: Provides opportunities to work on a large-scale, distributed system, transitioning from a monolith to microservices using modern technologies like Kotlin, Go, and Kubernetes.
Impact and Autonomy: Fosters a culture of ownership where engineers can make a tangible impact on a product used by millions daily.
Cons: Fast-Paced Environment: The demanding, fast-paced culture can be stressful and may lead to a challenging work-life balance.
"WeDash" Program: A controversial company policy requires all employees, including engineers, to perform a certain number of deliveries, which some see as a distraction.
Codebase Complexity: The emphasis on rapid iteration can result in a complex and sometimes sloppy codebase that can be difficult to navigate.
1.0
Worst Job And Company
Aerospace Engineer • Former Employee
Burien, Washington, United States
November 4, 2025
Pros: Stupid, worst job and company.
Cons: Worst consent to work for.
3.0
Nice People, Boring Work
ML intern • Former Employee
Sunnyvale, California, United States
November 2, 2025
Pros: Good people.
Nice office.
Flexible WFH.
Cons: Boring work
Low pay
Lack of transparency during offer stages
- 3.0DoorDash's golden handcuffsBackend Engineer • Former EmployeeSan Francisco, California, United StatesSeptember 30, 2025Pros: High Compensation: Offers a competitive salary and valuable stock options that are at the higher end of the industry standard. Significant Technical Challenges: Provides opportunities to work on a large-scale, distributed system, transitioning from a monolith to microservices using modern technologies like Kotlin, Go, and Kubernetes. Impact and Autonomy: Fosters a culture of ownership where engineers can make a tangible impact on a product used by millions daily.Cons: Fast-Paced Environment: The demanding, fast-paced culture can be stressful and may lead to a challenging work-life balance. "WeDash" Program: A controversial company policy requires all employees, including engineers, to perform a certain number of deliveries, which some see as a distraction. Codebase Complexity: The emphasis on rapid iteration can result in a complex and sometimes sloppy codebase that can be difficult to navigate.
- 1.0Worst Job And CompanyAerospace Engineer • Former EmployeeBurien, Washington, United StatesNovember 4, 2025Pros: Stupid, worst job and company.Cons: Worst consent to work for.
- 3.0Nice People, Boring WorkML intern • Former EmployeeSunnyvale, California, United StatesNovember 2, 2025Pros: Good people. Nice office. Flexible WFH.Cons: Boring work Low pay Lack of transparency during offer stages
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