Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Networking

Posted on 6/27/2024

Lyft

Lyft

10,001+ employees

Ride-sharing platform connecting drivers and passengers

Automotive & Transportation

Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Toronto, ON, Canada

Hybrid role requiring in-office presence 3 days a week.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
AWS
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Extensive experience building infrastructure technologies in cloud environments
  • Prior experience in an infrastructure setting working with highly available production systems
  • Familiarity with Kubernetes and cloud providers such as AWS/GCP
  • Proven track record of designing, implementing and shipping systems in large-scale environments
  • Experience working across teams and functions, contributing to team roadmap, and mentoring other engineers
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain our service mesh and edge routing capabilities to scale our Kubernetes platform running on AWS using Envoy Proxy
  • Craft team strategy and vision, contribute to our long term roadmap
  • Build and foster partnerships throughout the organization with a devotion to exceptional customer experience
  • Drive incident responses to long-term conclusion via mentoring the team on operational best practices and potential long-term systemic fixes
  • Share your knowledge by giving brown bags, tech talks, and promoting appropriate tech and engineering best practices

Lyft connects passengers with drivers through a mobile app, primarily serving urban commuters, students, and tourists in the United States and Canada. The platform offers various ride options, including standard, luxury, and shared rides, catering to different customer preferences. Lyft operates on a gig economy model, where drivers use their own vehicles, and the company earns revenue by taking a commission from each ride fare. In addition to car rides, Lyft provides bike and scooter rentals and has a subscription service called Lyft Pink, which offers benefits for a monthly fee. The company prioritizes safety and community guidelines to ensure a secure experience for users and supports drivers with flexible payment options. Lyft aims to maintain a steady income through diverse revenue streams while efficiently connecting drivers and passengers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$4.8B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with May Mobility positions Lyft as a leader in autonomous ride-sharing.
  • Collaboration with Mobileye enhances Lyft's technological capabilities in self-driving vehicles.
  • Lyft's upfront Fair screen update improves transparency and user satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • Legal battle with San Francisco could result in significant financial liabilities.
  • Ex-rideshare driver lawsuit may lead to increased scrutiny of Lyft's gig economy model.
  • Challenges in regulatory approvals may affect autonomous vehicle deployment in Atlanta.

What makes Lyft unique

  • Lyft focuses on urban commuters, students, and corporate communities for its services.
  • The company offers diverse transportation options, including bikes, scooters, and luxury rides.
  • Lyft emphasizes safety and community guidelines to ensure a secure user experience.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Mental Health Support

Family Planning Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Hybrid Work Options

INACTIVE