The Systems Engineer role at DoorDash Labs focuses on shaping the architecture and integration of next-generation delivery platforms. The team is dedicated to developing automation and robotics solutions to enhance last-mile logistics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in complex system development, particularly in safety-critical domains. This position requires collaboration across various engineering disciplines to ensure the delivery platform meets performance, safety, and regulatory goals.

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Systems, Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, requirements management, or a related role within a safety-critical or high-complexity engineering environment.
• Proficiency with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, or Polarion.
• Demonstrated experience developing and validating system requirements in self-driving, aerospace, or other safety-critical domains.
• Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines including Mechanical, Electrical, Software, and Reliability Engineering.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with Python or SQL for data analysis, system modeling, or test automation.

• Define system requirements and interfaces for delivery platforms, translating business and operational goals into verifiable technical requirements.
• Develop and maintain system architecture and interface control documents that allocate functionality, performance, and safety constraints across subsystems and components.
• Lead trade studies and technical risk assessments to evaluate design options and make data-driven recommendations.
• Create verification and validation strategies and coordinate cross-discipline verification activities to ensure end-to-end performance and safety.
• Act as the technical liaison to regulatory bodies, operations teams, suppliers, and program management to ensure compliance and smooth system integration.