Staff Software Engineer - Full Stack

London, United Kingdom - Deliveroo · Full-time · Hybrid · Posted Oct 14, 2026

At a glance

The Staff Software Engineer will define technical solutions for critical business problems and lead the technical direction for complex, high-scale systems.
This role involves working within a high-impact engineering group to solve unstructured and ambiguous challenges across a global, three-sided marketplace.
The position is based in London and requires a hybrid working model with three days per week in the office.

Act as a subject matter expert providing high-level reviews and technical advice across multiple teams.
Define and design technical solutions for complex business problems within a high-traffic environment.
Influence the long-term technical roadmap and manage project timelines, risks, and sustainable delivery paces.
Support the growth of engineers across all levels and partner with up-and-coming leaders.
Lead engineering interviews and contribute to recruiting strategy.
Align non-adjacent teams to deliver results that move the needle for the organization.

Significant experience building web-based applications at scale.
Proficiency in or a strong desire to learn languages such as Go, Ruby/Rails, Python, Scala, React, or Rust.
Practical experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL.
Practical experience with NoSQL backends such as Redis, DynamoDB, or Elasticsearch.
Proven ability to design and operate systems handling massive request volumes and complex logistical workflows.
Strong understanding of how to align multiple disciplines and teams to resolve ambiguous technical challenges.