Full-Time

Counsel – Tech Transactions

Autonomous Vehicles and Fleets

Posted on 8/9/2024

Uber

Uber

10,001+ employees

Global platform for ride-hailing and logistics

Automotive & Transportation
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$178k - $220kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Award

Senior, Expert

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Washington, USA + 2 more

More locations: California, USA | New York, NY, USA

Requires onsite presence in Washington, California, New York, and Seattle for at least half of the work time.

Category
Legal
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years of commercial legal experience in private practice, in-house and/or government, including at least 1 year of applicable technology transactions experience OR Minimum of 4 years in the above, with 1 of those years being internal to Uber.
  • J.D. and license to practice law in at least one state.
Responsibilities
  • Bring commercial and tech transactions experience and insight to the team, finding creative solutions to white space issues.
  • Engage and negotiate with external partners, applying economic, risk control, and legal principles in commercial agreements and other outward-facing terms.
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues on other legal and cross-functional teams, such as Safety, Product, Policy, Intellectual Property, Insurance and Privacy to provide comprehensive advice and create solutions that allow the business to move quickly and responsibly.
  • Be an active and trusted business partner to the Operations, Engineering and Business Development professionals that launch autonomous, fleet and electric vehicle products at Uber.
  • Deploy your commercial perspective in reviewing related products and programmatic initiatives to ensure commercial, regulatory, and safety considerations flow through.
  • Support fleet and electrification commercial initiatives that align with Uber’s goals of sustainable transportation of creating the best platform for fleets, period – electric or autonomous.

Uber connects people and goods through its global platform, offering services in ride-hailing and logistics. Users can request rides or deliveries via the app, which matches them with drivers or delivery personnel. The company operates on a commission-based model, earning revenue from ride fares, delivery fees, and service charges. What sets Uber apart from competitors is its wide range of services, including freight and essential goods transportation, alongside traditional ride-hailing. Uber aims to enhance mobility and delivery options while ensuring safety through driver background checks and real-time verification.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$15.4B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Uber's partnership with Nvidia advances AI-powered self-driving technology, boosting efficiency.
  • Serve Robotics' expansion in robot delivery enhances Uber's logistics capabilities.
  • Reinvestment in driverless taxis positions Uber for competitive edge in urban transport.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory hurdles may challenge Uber's reinvestment in driverless taxis.
  • Technological challenges could arise in Uber's AI-powered self-driving tech development.
  • Proposed NYC insurance changes may affect Uber drivers' insurance availability.

What makes Uber unique

  • Uber's global platform connects users with drivers for diverse transportation needs.
  • The company offers flexible earning opportunities for drivers, enhancing workforce engagement.
  • Uber's commitment to safety includes driver background checks and real-time verification processes.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

INACTIVE