Wolt
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Now we’re building the delivery of (almost) everything and you’ll find us in over 500 cities in 30 countries around the world.
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.
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
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.
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