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Software Engineer

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Role family
Engineering
Seniority
Mid level
Country
GB
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
28 Sept 2026

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About Wolt

At Wolt, we create technology that brings joy, simplicity and earnings to the neighborhoods of the world. In 2014 we started with delivery of restaurant food. Now we’re building the delivery of (almost) everything and you’ll find us in over 500 cities in 30 countries around the world. In 2022 we joined forces with DoorDash and together we keep on dreaming big and expanding across the globe.

Working at Wolt isn’t always easy, but it’s definitely exciting. Here you’ll learn more, build more, and ship more than in most other companies. You’ll be challenged a lot, but also have a lot of fun on the way. So, if you’re a self-starter with drive and entrepreneurial spirit, this could be the ride of your life.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Backend Engineer to join the Wolt AdTech & Promotions team.

This role is best suited for someone who is strongly backend-oriented, thrives in ambiguity, and can take ownership of large, cross-functional initiatives from planning to delivery.

You might be a great fit if you

Are a strong backend engineer, ideally with Golang experience

Have experience building and operating scalable backend systems

Are comfortable working in high-ambiguity environments and bringing structure where needed

Can independently lead large initiatives across team boundaries, from problem definition and planning to stakeholder alignment and on-time delivery

Communicate clearly and effectively, and know how to gather, process, and act on feedback

Can build strong working relationships with stakeholders and keep multiple parties aligned around shared goals

Have hands-on experience with AI-assisted engineering workflows , including tools like Codex, Claude, and agent-based development approaches

Bring experience with NoSQL databases such as Cassandra, MongoDB, or similar technologies

Requirements

Backend engineering experience

Strong preference for Golang

Proven ability to take ownership of complex, cross-team projects in ambiguous environments

Strong stakeholder management, planning, and delivery skills

Excellent communication and alignment-building skills

Extensive experience with AI-assisted development , including tools such as Codex, Claude, and agentic workflows

Experience with NoSQL databases such as Cassandra, MongoDB, or similar is a plus

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.

Beware of recruitment scams: DoorDash, Deliveroo, and Wolt will never ask you to pay money or share sensitive financial information during hiring — learn more about our legitimate recruiting process at Recruitment Scam Awareness - DoorDash .

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