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Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Search Platform

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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

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Data Structures & Algorithms
Java
Requirements
  • BS or MS in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • Proficient in one of the following programming languages: Java, Go, C/C++ or similar languages. 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 new features in our search infrastructure solutions at Uber.
  • Join on call rotation, driving continuous improvements on system availability, scalability, performance and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with other infrastructure teams, production engineer team and product manager to drive adoption and standardize processes, and to design and implement high impact, cross-product features.
  • Manage a small technical team w/ deep focus.

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

8%

1 year growth

14%

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.