Uber

Sr Scientist, Tech - Science

Uber$190K — $211K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D., M.S. or Bachelor's degree in relevant quantitative field.
  • 5+ years of experience as an Applied or Data Scientist (or 3+ with a Ph.D.).
  • Proficiency in programming languages like R, Python, or Java.
  • Experience with A/B testing and interpreting experiment results across KPIs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop data-driven insights by collaborating with product, engineering, and operations teams.
  • Build and scale machine learning models for strategic insights and production improvements.
  • Design and analyze experiments using A/B testing and causal inference techniques.
  • Identify technical barriers and drive the creation of relevant tooling and metrics.
  • Develop robust success metrics in partnership with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Communicate complex technical findings effectively to leadership and technical teams.

Benefits

  • Participation in Uber's bonus program.
  • Eligibility for an equity award.
  • Inclusion in a 401(k) plan.
  • Access to various employee benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What you'll do

  • Develop data-driven business insights by collaborating across disciplines: product, engineering, and operations to identify growth opportunities and recommend prioritization of high-impact initiatives.
  • Build and scale statistical, optimization, and machine learning models that provide both strategic insights and real-time production enhancements to global products.
  • Design and analyze complex experiments using A/B testing and causal inference to provide results that drive critical decision-making.
  • Unblock technical barriers by driving the creation of logging, metrics, and diagnostic tools that orient teams around data-driven product development.
  • Define how teams measure success by developing robust metrics in close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders to align on long-term impact.
  • Lead through influence by effectively communicating complex technical findings and outcomes to leadership and technical partners.


Basic Qualifications

  • Ph.D., M.S. or Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Machine Learning, Operations Research, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other quantitative fields.
  • 5+ years of industry experience as an Applied or Data Scientist or equivalent (or 3+ years with a Ph.D.).
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (eg. R, Python, Java, Ruby, Scala/Spark or Perl).
  • Experience designing experiments and interpreting results across a variety of key performance indicators.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Ph.D. degree in a quantitative field such as Machine Learning, Operations Research, or Statistics.
  • Outstanding communication skills with a track record of influencing leadership and technical teams through storytelling and data-driven insights.
  • Experience leading high-complexity technical projects and substantially influencing the scope and output of others.
  • Proven ability to work efficiently with large-scale datasets (e.g., 100M+ rows) using Spark, Hive, or HDFS.
  • Thought leadership to drive multi-functional projects from initial concept to production.


Responsibilities

For New York City, NY-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $190,000 per year - USD $211,000 per year.

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $190,000 per year - USD $211,000 per year.

For Seattle, WA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $190,000 per year - USD $211,000 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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