Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Search Platform

Posted on 8/12/2024

Uber

Uber

10,001+ employees

Global platform for ride-hailing and logistics

Automotive & Transportation
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$218k - $242kAnnually

+ Bonus Program + Equity Award

Senior, Expert

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

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
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Data Science
Data Structures & Algorithms
Apache Spark
Java
Go
Elasticsearch
Hadoop
C/C++
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.
  • 8+ years of building, scaling and maintaining software systems in production environments
  • Solid fundamentals in algorithms, data structures, system design
  • Experience designing fault-tolerant distributed systems
  • Strong architectural skills
  • Experience working with search or serving systems (ex, Lucene, ElasticSearch, Opensearch, Solr)
  • Experience with big data tools (Spark, Flink, Hadoop)
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.

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 competitors is its wide range of services, including freight and essential goods transportation, alongside traditional ride-hailing. Uber aims to enhance mobility and delivery options while ensuring safety through driver background checks and real-time verification.

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 partnership with Nvidia advances AI-powered self-driving technology, boosting efficiency.
  • Serve Robotics' expansion in robot delivery enhances Uber's logistics capabilities.
  • Reinvestment in driverless taxis positions Uber for competitive edge in urban transport.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory hurdles may challenge Uber's reinvestment in driverless taxis.
  • Technological challenges could arise in Uber's AI-powered self-driving tech development.
  • Proposed NYC insurance changes may affect Uber drivers' insurance availability.

What makes Uber unique

  • Uber's global platform connects users with drivers for diverse transportation needs.
  • The company offers flexible earning opportunities for drivers, enhancing workforce engagement.
  • Uber's commitment to safety includes driver background checks and real-time verification processes.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

INACTIVE