Uber

Software Engineer II- Grocery & Retail

Uber$171K — $190K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field with 1 year experience, or PhD in the same fields
  • Proficiency in a programming language (Java, C++, Python, or Go)
  • 2+ years of backend development experience for end-user products
  • Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics is preferred
  • More than 3 years of full-time Software Engineering experience is advantageous
  • Experience building distributed systems at scale and across multiple backend services
  • Strong problem-solving skills and expertise in algorithms and data structures.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather technical requirements
  • Lead the entire development lifecycle from architecture to deployment
  • Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback
  • Evaluate new technologies and recommend system improvements

Benefits

  • Eligibility to participate in Uber's bonus program
  • Potential for equity awards
  • 401(k) plan participation
  • Various employee benefits available
Full Job Description
Job Description

About the Role

Collaborates with stakeholders within the team to build and maintain backend services and solutions to support user-facing products.

What You'll Do
  • Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable software solutions
  • Collaborate with product managers, cross-engineering teams, data scientists and other partners to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications
  • Identify opportunities and lead of the entire development lifecycle end-to-end, from architecture design and coding to deployment
  • Conduct thorough code reviews, offering constructive feedback to maintain high code quality and elevate coding standards
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact on our software systems and recommending appropriate integrations or improvements

Basiq Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field with at least 1 year of full-time Software Engineering work experience OR PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, C++, Python, or Go
  • 2+ year of experience with backend development, building and delivering end-user products.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field
  • More than 3 years of full-time Software Engineering work experience
  • Proven experience building highly available distributed systems (at Uber scale) and working across multiple backend services
  • Experience working on scalable backend systems utilizing a microservices architecture
  • High bar for quality as demonstrated by code reviews, documentation, unit and integration testing
  • Experience with optimization techniques and algorithmic development
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with expertise in algorithms, data structures, and complexity analysis


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Responsibilities

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $171,000 per year - USD $190,000 per year.

For Sunnyvale, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $171,000 per year - USD $190,000 per year.

For all US locations, you will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits.

About Uber

Uber Entertainment, Inc. is a privately held video game development company headquartered in beautiful downtown Kirkland, WA. Uber is currently developing Planetary Annihilation, a next generation real time strategy game of epic proportions.

Uber Careers

There has never been a better time to join our global team of Uber professionals—pioneers in the world of transportation and technology. Work you’ll do Join Uber’s industry-leading team to help drive forward the future of mobility and logistics for some of the world’s most dynamic cities and populations. Transform the way the world moves with the brightest minds at Uber, where innovation meets functionality to create solutions for everyday challenges. Lead from a unique position in the marketplace, at the intersection of technology, operational excellence, and user-centric design. Work with a global team of business and technology advisors to help clients and cities navigate their paths towards more efficient and sustainable urban transport solutions. Collaborate with a diverse group of Uber experts worldwide – a team dedicated to rethinking and improving the way the world moves. Introducing the Uber Innovation Hub We are building a market-leading team to pioneer advancements in transportation and logistics, ensuring Uber remains at the forefront of mobility solutions. Do innovative work Join a group of exceptional professionals where your skills in technology, leadership, and creativity can flourish. At Uber, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it's the core of everything we do. Deliver targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of expertise and innovation that’s second to none, enhancing how cities, companies, and communities connect. Be part of a great team Engage with a wide-ranging technology stack and harness the unparalleled capabilities, global scale, and collective problem-solving skills of our diverse team. Future-proof your career Advance your career with Uber’s commitment to professional growth, offering extensive training, development, and certification support. Go as far as your ambition takes you with limitless job opportunities in a company that’s reshaping the world’s approach to transportation. Explore Uber’s approach to predictive maintenance ensures our fleet remains ready and efficient, reducing downtime and improving service reliability. Our end-to-end mobility solutions are transforming the way cities think about transportation, making Uber a key player in the future of urban mobility. The Uber Leadership and Innovation Alliance Our combined service capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development help overcome challenges and lead transformation in the transportation industry. Clients and cities around the globe look to Uber for new strategies and solutions to drive growth and innovation in the digital era. Stay connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to redefine the world of mobility. SEARCH UBER JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who drive at Uber. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Uber.
Learn more about Uber
Size
29,300 employees
Market Cap
$48.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$6.7 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+35.3%
Revenue
$11.1 billion
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