Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Backend

Posted on 9/28/2024

Turo

Turo

1,001-5,000 employees

Peer-to-peer car sharing platform for rentals

Automotive & Transportation
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$142k - $177kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Senior

Austin, TX, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Data Structures & Algorithms
Ruby
Java
Requirements
  • Typically a minimum of 5 years experience shipping high-scale code to production.
  • Fluent in at least one language - e.g., Java, Python, Ruby, Go, or C
  • Possess strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, database concepts, distributed systems, and search.
  • Enjoy solving problems and helping others meet their goals.
  • Passionate about search, streaming, database or other backend technologies.
Responsibilities
  • You will collaborate extensively with product management, design, and engineers to develop product features that drive our metrics.
  • You will produce high-quality maintainable code, test it, collaboratively review it and ship it.
  • You will identify areas to improve and scale our architecture and application design.
  • You will develop tools and utilities to diagnose and fix problems.
  • Ensure proper technical design and documentation.
  • Work efficiently in a constantly changing and growing environment where the process is fluid and creative solutions are desired.

Turo operates in the peer-to-peer car sharing market, allowing private car owners to rent out their vehicles to others. Car owners can list their vehicles on Turo’s platform, where they set their own rental prices and availability. Renters can browse these listings, select a vehicle that meets their needs, and book it for a specific time. Turo facilitates the transaction by providing insurance coverage and customer support, ensuring a smooth experience for both car owners and renters. The company earns revenue by taking a percentage of the rental fee, which aligns its interests with those of its users. Turo stands out from competitors by offering a diverse range of vehicles, including everyday cars, luxury, and specialty options. The goal of Turo is to provide a flexible and cost-effective alternative to traditional car rental services, leveraging the sharing economy to connect car owners with renters.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$451.3M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Turo's partnership with United Airlines enhances customer acquisition and retention.
  • Expansion in Australia indicates potential for further international market penetration.
  • Winning the unitQ Quality Excellence Award highlights Turo's commitment to customer experience.

What critics are saying

  • Negative incidents involving rented vehicles could damage Turo's reputation.
  • New competitors like ZEV co-op could capture market share with eco-friendly models.
  • Market volatility could impact Turo's IPO plans and investor confidence.

What makes Turo unique

  • Turo offers a wide variety of vehicles, from everyday to luxury models.
  • The platform provides a cost-effective alternative to traditional car rental services.
  • Turo's commission-based model aligns its interests with users' successful transactions.

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