Uber

Staff Software Engineer (Backend) - Road Safety

Uber$232K — $258K *
Consumer Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
  • Experience designing and building large-scale distributed systems for millions of users.
  • Proficiency in backend development and software engineering fundamentals.
  • Experience leading complex technical projects across multiple teams.
  • 8+ years professional software engineering experience preferred, particularly in backend systems.
  • Domain knowledge in mobile telematics or sensor data is advantageous.
  • Experience with real-time data processing frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Design and lead the development of engineering artifacts that enhance developer efficiency.
  • Solve high-impact problems by building backend systems for real-time data processing.
  • Navigate technical debt while innovating with technologies like GenAI.
  • Identify and address architectural gaps proactively for future scalability.
  • Champion standards for code health and observability under pressure.
  • Facilitate collaboration among product, design, and data science teams to drive projects.
  • Lead complex codebases with a hands-on approach and mentorship.
  • Engage engineers around technical goals, balancing short-term and long-term needs.

Benefits

  • Participation in Uber's bonus program.
  • Potential eligibility for an equity award.
  • 401(k) plan participation for full-time employees.
  • Comprehensive benefits package detailed on the Uber careers site.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do

- Design and lead the development of long-lasting engineering artifacts that reduce complexity and improve developer velocity across the organization.

- Solve messy, high-impact problems by building and maintaining backend systems that process petabytes of telematics and sensor data in real-time.

- Navigate technical debt and legacy complexity while making intelligent bets on high-impact innovations like GenAI integration.

- Foresee architectural gaps and opportunities 1-2 years out, working with leadership to address them before they become blockers.

- Champion engineering excellence by defining standards for code health, testing, and observability, even when time is tight and pressure is high.

- Unblock multi-team projects by building strategic relationships with product, design, and data science partners to ship practical solutions at speed.

- Lead from the front by being hands-on with complex codebases and serving as a multiplier through rigorous design reviews and mentorship.

- Rally engineers around technical goals, making the right trade-offs between short-term needs and long-term system reliability.

Basic Qualifications

- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.

- Experience with designing and building large-scale distributed systems serving millions of users.

- Proficiency in backend development and software engineering fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, and system design).

- Experience with leading complex technical projects that span multiple teams or organizational areas.

Preferred Qualifications

- 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, with significant backend depth.
- Domain knowledge in mobile telematics, sensor data, time-series data, or signal processing.

- Experience with streaming and real-time data pipelines or stream processing frameworks.

- Systems thinking and a track record of influencing technical direction across disparate organizations.

- Adaptability in navigating constant change and a \"go-get-it\" attitude toward resolving technical friction.

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$232,000 per year - USD$258,000 per year.

For Sunnyvale, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$232,000 per year - USD$258,000 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. More details can be found at the following link [https://jobs.uber.com/en/benefits](https://jobs.uber.com/en/benefits).

Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber's cultural identity. Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office. For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time. Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.

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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