Uber

Software Engineer II

Uber$171K — $209K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Mathematics, Physics, or related field, plus 2 years experience
  • Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms
  • Proficient in crafting efficient SQL queries
  • Experienced in data analysis with Presto and Hive
  • Familiarity with open-source messaging systems like Kafka
  • Knowledge of Redis key-value caching
  • Experience with large-scale distributed file systems (Terrablob/S3)
  • Understanding of fault-tolerant systems and multi-datacenter architectures

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain a communications platform for billions of daily interactions
  • Create intelligent systems for timely, contextual communications
  • Analyze requirements and design solutions aligned with business goals
  • Foster collaboration across teams to define project interfaces
  • Productize solutions and refine based on real-world data
  • Define project scope and develop detailed project plans
  • Architect sustainable software solutions and participate in design reviews
  • Translate designs into high-quality, scalable code
  • Implement essential system components for monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Provide post-deployment support and timely troubleshooting for systems

Benefits

  • Flexible telecommuting options
  • Opportunity for cross-functional collaboration
  • Access to cutting-edge technology
  • Focus on long-term sustainability in software development
  • Engagement with large-scale projects and real-time data analysis
Full Job Description
Job Description

What you'll do
  • Develop and maintain the Comms platform, delivering billions of daily communications across diverse channels leveraging cutting-edge technology.
  • Create intelligent systems for timely and contextually relevant communication.
  • Analyze requirements, design effective solutions, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Foster cross-functional collaboration to define interfaces, bridge gaps, and achieve project milestones.
  • Productize solutions across the organization, continuously monitoring and refining based on real-world data.
  • Contribute to defining project scope and developing detailed project plans.
  • Architect robust software solutions based on requirements, prioritizing long-term sustainability, and participate in design reviews.
  • Translate designs into well-structured, readable, scalable, and configurable code, and participate in code reviews to maintain quality.
  • Implement essential system components such as logging, monitoring, alerting, and debugging tools for efficient issue detection and resolution.
  • Provide post-deployment support for team-developed production systems and ensure timely troubleshooting.
  • May telecommute.

Basic Qualifications
  • Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering (Any), Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or related field, and two years of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.
  • Position requires:
    • Data structure concepts;
    • Crafting efficient SQL queries for data retrieval;
    • Data analysis and log management using Presto and Hive;
    • Open-source messaging system such as Kafka, including code integration;
    • Redis key-value caching, encompassing usage and debugging practices;
    • Large-scale distributed file systems such as Terrablob/S3 for data persistence, modeling, and analysis;
    • Fault-tolerant systems and multi-datacenter/cloud architectures;
    • Software Development Lifecycle.

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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