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Full-Time

Staff Software 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

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Employees are expected to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office.

Category
Backend Engineering
FinTech Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Tensorflow
Apache Spark
SQL
Java
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience building large scale distributed software systems.
  • Experience in applying ML, statistics, or optimization techniques to solve large-scale real-world problems (e.g. ads tech, recommender systems)
  • Industry experience in ML frameworks (e.g. Tensorflow, Pytorch, or JAX) and complex data pipelines; programming languages such as Python, Spark SQL, Presto, Go, Java
Responsibilities
  • Learn the internals of big data infrastructure at Uber scale.
  • Defining and driving ML solutions for key strategic problems in the space of product recommendations and merchandising: help riders find and complete rides with the right products, trying to understand their intent and context while attending to Uber’s business goals, marketplace conditions and efficiencies.
  • Working and tuning the ML models to improve the text to SQL functionalities
  • Deep-Dive the internal of MPP Data Analytics Engine, do the optimization on the query logical/physical/execution plan, and also improve the query execution on the runtime engine including codegen, threading model, data formatting and reader, etc.
  • Work with multiple partner teams within and outside of Uber and build cross-functional solutions in a collaborative work environment.

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

5%

1 year growth

13%

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.