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Staff Backend Engineer

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Uber

Uber

10,001+ employees

Rides, deliveries, and freight services platform

Food & Agriculture
Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation
Consumer Software
Crypto & Web3
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$218k - $242kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Award

Senior, Expert

Washington, USA + 1 more

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Java
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field.
  • Experience using one of the following: (e.g. Go, Java, Python, C++ or C)
  • Experience with writing, releasing, and maintaining distributed backend code
  • Experience working with web and mobile engineers and building APIs that they can use.
  • Experience analyzing a feature in production using analytics and experiments.
Responsibilities
  • improve selection from both eater and merchant lens by executing on strategic growth and profitability levers which will keep the flywheel moving and create the network effect.

At Uber, employees are at the forefront of redefining mobility and logistics services, working with cutting-edge technology to streamline the transportation of both people and goods. This company fosters a dynamic work environment that supports flexible earning opportunities and continuous innovation in essential services. The commitment to constantly reimagine and reinvent its services makes it a leader in the industry, providing an invigorating setting for professionals who thrive in fast-paced and evolving workspaces.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$24.8B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

28%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Uber's innovative travel products, such as Uber Yacht and Uber Cruise, cater to high-end tourists, potentially increasing revenue and brand prestige.
  • The settlement in Massachusetts could serve as a model for similar agreements globally, enhancing driver satisfaction and retention.
  • Uber's 'One Less Car' initiative could attract environmentally conscious consumers, boosting its reputation and user base.

What critics are saying

  • The high cost of settlements and compliance with new regulations could strain Uber's financial resources.
  • Expanding into new services like boat rides may divert focus and resources from its core ride-hailing business.

What makes Uber unique

  • Uber's expansion into boat services in European tourist destinations like Ibiza, Venice, and Greece sets it apart from traditional ride-hailing competitors.
  • The company's strategic push to become a super app, offering comprehensive travel booking options, differentiates it from other ride-hailing services.
  • Uber's settlement with Massachusetts, which includes guaranteed minimum pay and benefits for drivers, positions it as a leader in driver welfare compared to other gig economy companies.