Instacart is hiring a
Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Join our team and help transform the grocery industry by enhancing our platform's search visibility, improving outreach, and ensuring millions of people can access the food they love effortlessly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of relevant technology experience, particularly in distributed systems
• Demonstrable skill and experience with Python, Ruby, React, PostgreSQL, or Go
• Proven ability to manage projects end-to-end with significant autonomy
• Strong collaborator with a growth mindset, open to feedback and learning
• Experience working in large-scale marketplaces, e-commerce, or companies with high-traffic apps

Responsibilities

• Design and develop: Build high-quality product features focused on enhancing search engine optimization and the user experience
• Collaborate effectively: Work closely with product managers, designers, and data scientists to define and execute project requirements
• Optimize and scale: Ensure system designs are scalable and robust to support our growing user base and data needs
• Innovate and improve: Regularly propose and lead new initiatives that enhance both organizational efficiency and product excellence
• Data handling: Develop efficient data pipelines and data models to ensure the collection and delivery of quality data

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the startup environment, particularly in fast-paced settings
• Advanced knowledge in data engineering, including data pipelines and NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with big data technologies such as Apache Spark, Airflow, and Hadoop
• Prior experience working closely with marketing teams and direct involvement in SEO

Benefits

• Market-competitive compensation
• Benefits offerings (link to page)