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Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Routing

Posted on 4/30/2024

Lyft

Lyft

10,001+ employees

Ride-sharing platform connecting drivers and passengers

Automotive & Transportation
Crypto & Web3

Compensation Overview

$144k - $180kAnnually

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Python
Data Structures & Algorithms
AWS
Linux/Unix
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
  • Extensive experience in object-oriented programming (ideally C++ or Go)
  • Hands-on experience with cloud computing using AWS, GCP or Azure
  • Experience with Linux
Responsibilities
  • Drive high-impact projects and innovate new solutions to provide the best routing experience
  • Build and deploy mission critical algorithms and services that can scale well to serve millions of requests per day (routing engine: C++, backend services: Go, Python)
  • Drive cross-team initiatives and mentor junior engineers
  • Lead large projects from ideation to launch. Understand customer needs, write tech-specs to communicate system design, drive cross-functional collaboration and own project deliverables
  • Participate in code reviews, design reviews, production on-call support and incident triaging process
  • Write well-crafted, well-tested, readable, maintainable code

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. Drivers use their own vehicles to provide services, and Lyft earns revenue by taking a commission from each ride fare. In addition to car rides, Lyft also provides bike and scooter rentals, and has a subscription service called Lyft Pink that offers benefits for a monthly fee. The company emphasizes safety and community guidelines to ensure a secure experience for users, while also supporting drivers with flexible payment options. Lyft's goal is to provide reliable transportation solutions while exploring self-driving technology and maintaining a diverse revenue stream.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$4.8B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Lyft's exploration of self-driving technology positions it at the forefront of innovation in the transportation sector.
  • The company's flexible payment options attract a diverse range of drivers, enhancing its service availability and reliability.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as those with Babyscripts and the NAACP, expand Lyft's market reach and social impact.

What critics are saying

  • The ongoing legal challenges regarding the classification of drivers as independent contractors could result in increased operational costs and regulatory scrutiny.
  • Intense competition from rivals like Uber may pressure Lyft's market share and profitability.

What makes Lyft unique

  • Lyft's diversified revenue streams, including bike and scooter rentals, advertising, and subscription services, set it apart from competitors who primarily focus on ride-sharing.
  • The company's emphasis on safety and community guidelines ensures a secure experience for both drivers and passengers, which is a significant competitive advantage.
  • Lyft's partnerships with organizations like the EAS Carpenters union and Babyscripts highlight its commitment to social impact and community engagement.
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