> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2190793-machine-learning-engineer-routing-and-eta](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2190793-machine-learning-engineer-routing-and-eta). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Machine Learning Engineer - Routing and ETA - **Company:** Deliveroo - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Routing, Software Engineering, Production Code - **Published:** August 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/machine-learning-engineer/deliveroo-job107885998 ## About the Role Our ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in some of these areas and curiosity to grow in others: * Minimum 3+ years of experience as an ML Engineer or Data Scientist, with a proven ability to write high-quality production code in Python * Experience applying machine learning and algorithmic solutions to complex business problems in production. * Strong understanding of machine learning fundamentals and the ability to select and apply appropriate modelling techniques. * Experience building predictive models, particularly around forecasting, time estimation or other real-time decision-making problems. * Experience taking models through to production, with a solid grounding in software engineering principles. * A bias for simplicity and a focus on achieving tangible business impact over theoretical complexity. * Strong programming and statistical skills, with the ability to translate ambiguous business problems into practical technical solutions., If you're excited about making a real impact in a fast-moving marketplace and growing your career alongside ambitious, supportive teams, we'd love to hear from you! ## Description We're looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to join our London office as part of a Global DoorDash Engineering team (working hybrid, 3 days in the office). What You'll Be Doing In this role, you'll help us develop the algorithmic and machine-learning systems that power Deliveroo, making automated decisions at massive scale across our three-sided marketplace. You'll be working on delivery-time prediction, owning the models that power the ETA a customer sees and the ETA-related signals used by our dispatcher when automatically allocating riders to orders. You will: * Design and improve ETA and delivery-time prediction models that power the consumer-facing experience across Deliveroo. * Build models used by our dispatcher, helping inform the automatic allocation of riders to orders. * Improve prediction quality and reliability across different markets, order types and delivery conditions. * Productionise end-to-end ML solutions, moving from initial concept to shipping code that drives measurable impact across our marketplace. * Collaborate in cross-functional squads alongside software engineers, data scientists and product managers to improve how delivery-time predictions are used across the platform. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Introduction to Azure Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/368-introduction-to-azure-machine-learning) - [Designing the Future of Human<>Agent Collaboration](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1447-designing-the-future-of-human-agent-collaboration) - [How Machine Learning is turning the Automotive Industry upside down](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/61-how-machine-learning-is-turning-the-automotive-industry-upside-down) - [What non-automotive Machine Learning projects can learn from automotive Machine Learning projects](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/397-what-non-automotive-machine-learning-projects-can-learn-from-automotive-machine-learning-projects) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)