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Full-Time

Product Designer II

Rider Growth

Posted on 5/28/2024

Uber

Uber

10,001+ employees

Global platform for ride-hailing and logistics

Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$146k - $162kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Award

Mid

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

Requires in-office presence at least half of the time.

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Requirements
  • 3+ years of product design experience
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with your cross-functional team to create high-quality design solutions for your product.
  • Build wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs based on our UI framework to tackle difficult UX problems
  • Design systems to make simple, elegant experiences based on our complex logistics and machine-learning technology
  • Present work in a range of mediums and fidelities throughout the design process.
  • Give and solicit feedback from other designers to continually raise our bar for quality.

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

$24.8B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

34%
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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.

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