Uber

Sr Software Engineer - Backend, Consumer Structural Pricing

Uber$202K — $224K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years in backend software engineering or related role.
  • Expert in writing high-quality, impactful code.
  • Experience leading organization-wide engineering projects end-to-end.
  • Track record in incident management and on-call rotation supervision.
  • Skill in making strategic engineering/business tradeoffs.
  • Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build engineering solutions that simplify complexity and enhance developer efficiency.
  • Tackle complex, high-impact problems with little guidance.
  • Anticipate and resolve architectural issues proactively with leadership input.
  • Lead the development and adoption of engineering frameworks while modeling best coding practices.
  • Collaborate with Product, Science, and Ops to convert vague requirements into technical roadmaps.
  • Mentor fellow engineers and advocate for high standards in engineering practices.

Benefits

  • Participation in Uber's bonus program.
  • Potential equity award opportunities.
  • Eligibility for a 401(k) plan.
  • Access to various health and wellness benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What you'll do
  • Design and build long-lasting engineering artifacts that reduce complexity and increase developer velocity across the organization.
  • Solve messy, high-impact problems at the intersection of low latency and high correctness, often without a clear starting point or obvious solution.
  • Foresee architectural problems or opportunities and work with leadership to address them before they impact the global marketplace.
  • Lead organization-wide development and adoption of key frameworks while role-modeling coding best practices and high-quality design review.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Science, and Ops to translate ambiguous business requirements into production-ready technical roadmaps.
  • Mentor and guide other engineers, acting as a technical brand ambassador and raising the bar for excellence across the engineering organization.


Basic Qualifications
  • 6+ years of professional experience in backend software engineering, data engineering, or a related technical role.
  • Expertise in writing high-quality code to solve strategically important problems that span multiple organizations.
  • Experience leading org-wide engineering projects through all lifecycle stages: inception, stakeholder engagement, implementation, and operations.
  • Proven track record of overseeing incident management processes and directing on-call rotations in alignment with global best practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to make sound engineering/business tradeoffs, considering long-term implications for the greater good of Uber.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience building high-performance, scalable distributed systems at a 100M+ user scale.
  • Expertise in real-time streaming frameworks (Flink, Spark) and OLAP systems (Apache Pinot, Druid) to reduce system complexity.
  • Experience with Big Data/Hadoop ecosystem tools used to automate complex data orchestrations across multiple product areas.
  • Advanced proficiency in SQL and data warehousing, with a demonstrated ability to identify and reconcile architectural gaps.
  • Strong leadership traits: Experience serving as a representative for the organization to the broader internal and external technical community.
  • Proven ability to get alignment and buy-in for large-scale technology transformations across multiple job functions.


Responsibilities

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $202,000 per year - USD $224,000 per year.

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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