5+ years of software development experience with a programming language like Golang (preferred), Python, Java, or C/C++.
You have experience designing, developing, testing (unit/integration/etc.), deploying, and maintaining backend REST API services with a strong focus on performance and latency.
You are comfortable working with SQL databases (Postgres preferred).
You actively participate in the design process to build efficient, scalable, and maintainable architecture.
You have experience diagnosing and solving complex technical problems and performance bottlenecks using data.
You take ownership of production services, ensuring their reliability and performance, and are willing to participate in on-call production support rotation.
You collaborate effectively with fellow engineers, product managers, and partner teams to deliver impactful solutions.
You are self-driven and outcome-oriented – you care about delivering value more than just shipping features.
You are passionate about learning, mentoring, and helping others grow.
You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
You have experience designing, developing, and maintaining systems that integrate with third-party services.
You have optimized backend systems for latency, performance, and scalability.
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience | Required
Skills & EducationThis list includes key skills used in this job but is not inclusive of all skills needed for the role. Please see any required education below.
Apache Kafka, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Go Programming Language, Microservices ArchitectureBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience | RequiredWork Arrangement
To foster connection while offering continued flexibility, hybrid team members have the following in-office expectations:
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About ShiptShipt is a retail tech company that connects people to reliable, high-quality delivery with a personal touch. Shipt connects customers to the things they want from the stores they love, retail businesses to more satisfied customers, and workers to new earning opportunities.
At Shipt, we aim to put our team first to boost a sense of belonging, spark opportunities for growth, provide unique benefits and commit to giving back to our communities in ways that make life better, both personally and professionally. We understand that our service, our culture, and our connection to our communities are only made better by every single person who shows up to work here every day. Learn More.
Shipt is an independently operated, wholly owned subsidiary of Target Corporation and available in more than 5,000 U.S. cities. Shipt was founded and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. For more information, please visit Shipt’s company site at Shipt.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion or religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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For technical interviews, Shipt uses an online coding platform. In the event you may need a reasonable accommodation to use the online coding platform, please connect with your recruiter.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Employees (and eligible family members) are covered by medical, dental, vision and more. Employees may enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also be eligible to receive discretionary vacation for exempt team members, paid holidays throughout the calendar year and paid sick leave. Other compensation includes eligibility for an annual bonus and the potential for restricted stock units based on role.
Skills Required
- 5+ years software development experience
- Experience with Golang
- Experience building backend REST API services (design, develop, test, deploy, maintain) with strong focus on performance and latency
- Experience with SQL databases (Postgres preferred)
- Experience with Apache Kafka
- Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Experience with Redis
- Experience with microservices architecture
- Ownership of production services and participation in on-call rotation
- Experience integrating systems with third-party services
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Strong communication, collaboration, mentoring, and teamwork skills
Shipt Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Shipt and has not been reviewed or approved by Shipt.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Pay is described as reaching higher hourly ranges on strong-tipping days, particularly when stacking well-tipped orders and cultivating repeat “preferred” customers. Flexibility is also positioned as a meaningful non-cash reward for those using the work as supplemental income.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Certain protections in California are described as providing guaranteed earnings based on active time and mileage, which can cushion low base offers compared with other states. This creates a clearer earnings floor in that market even when individual offers appear weak.
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Healthcare Strength — Corporate employee benefits are described as robust, including multiple medical plan options alongside dental and vision coverage. Company-paid therapy/coaching sessions and telehealth are also included as part of the healthcare offering.
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What We Do
Shipt is a retail tech company that connects people to reliable, high-quality delivery with a personal touch. Through the power of technology, Shipt connects customers to the things they want from the stores they love, workers to new earning opportunities, and retail businesses to more satisfied customers. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Shipt brings people the flexible solutions they need with the above-and-beyond service they expect. Shipt is an independently operated subsidiary of Target Corp. and available in more than 5,000 U.S. cities. For more information, please visit Shipt's Newsroom.
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