Full-Time

Sr. Software Engineer

Flink Platform

Posted on 1/18/2025

Uber

Uber

10,001+ employees

Global platform for ride-hailing and logistics

Automotive & Transportation
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$198k - $220kAnnually

+ Bonus Program + Equity Award

Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

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
Data Structures & Algorithms
Java
Go
C/C++

You match the following Uber's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • BS or MS in Computer Science or a related technical discipline with 5+ years of experience in infra/platform and large-scale distributed system design
  • Proficient in one of the following programming languages: Java, Go, C/C++
  • Good scripting skills and ability to pick up new ones
  • Systematic problem solving approach and knowledge of algorithms, data structures and complexity analysis
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement features of a high-performance streaming platform, prioritizing scalability, reliability, and efficiency
  • Develop and implement state-of-the-art streaming platform, enhancing quality, reliability and performance
  • Optimize existing streaming infrastructure for efficiency, latency, and freshness
  • Provide technical support for platform customers
Desired Qualifications
  • Under the hood experience with Flink, Kafka, Storm, Samza and other Streaming technologies is a strong plus
  • Experience with highly available/fault tolerant, replicated data storage systems, large scale data processing systems or enterprise/ storage systems is also a strong plus
  • Understanding of distributed system fundamentals and having experiences of building and managing distributed systems

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 its competitors is its wide range of services, including freight and essential goods transportation, along with a strong focus on safety through driver background checks and real-time verification. The goal of Uber is to continuously expand its offerings and improve the user experience in transportation and delivery.

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 acquisition of Auro strengthens its position in Spain's VTC market.
  • Partnership with Nvidia boosts Uber's autonomous vehicle technology development.
  • Serve Robotics' expansion, backed by Uber, enhances robotic delivery services.

What critics are saying

  • Legal issues from racketeering lawsuit could impact Uber's operations in New York.
  • Rising insurance costs may lead to higher operational costs and affect pricing.
  • Departure of former CFO Nelson Chai may cause strategic shifts in financial planning.

What makes Uber unique

  • Uber's global platform offers diverse services from ride-hailing to freight deliveries.
  • Uber's commitment to safety includes driver background checks and real-time verification.
  • Uber's Uber One membership program enhances customer loyalty and service engagement.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

INACTIVE