Uber

Staff Software Engineer - Engineer

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

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of backend software engineering experience
  • Proficient in Golang, Java, or similar coding languages
  • Expert in designing and operating high-scale distributed systems
  • Proven track record of delivering products that enhance customer experience
  • Eager to take full ownership of product lifecycle and performance
  • Skilled in collaborative cross-department projects and leadership
  • Experienced in mentoring junior engineers

Responsibilities

  • Design and construct core services for package tracking and logistics
  • Develop scalable, high-quality features for diverse users
  • Model logistics systems from the ground up with event-driven designs
  • Write maintainable, well-documented code on Uber's platform
  • Make data-driven decisions in architecture and system designs
  • Establish alerting and monitoring for operational reliability
  • Drive collaboration across different teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

Benefits

  • Participate in Uber's bonus program
  • Potential for equity awards
  • Eligibility for a 401(k) plan
  • Access to various employee benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description

What you'll do
  • Design and build the core services that track and orchestrate the movement of packages across the network - from pickup, through hub sortation and linehaul, to final delivery
  • Build highly scalable, high-quality product features used every day by merchants, drivers, warehouse operators, and end customers
  • Model the domain from first principles and design event-driven systems and data models that will underpin logistics for years to come
  • Write elegant, maintainable, scalable, and well-documented code on Uber's platform primitives (Go, distributed datastores, workflow orchestration, streaming/event buses, RPC)
  • Drive data-driven architecture and systems design decisions
  • Build reliable alerting and monitoring for the systems you own, and take real ownership of their operations, reliability, and on-call health
  • Collaborate cross-functionally (Product, Design, Data, Operations) and across teams to solve hard problems and ship end-to-end
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to more junior engineers on the team


Basic Qualifications
  • 8+ years of backend software engineering experience
  • Proficiency in Golang, Java, or a similar language
  • Experience designing and operating distributed systems at scale
  • A track record of shipping high-quality products used by real customers
  • Willingness to own your products end-to-end - operations, maintenance, and reliability included
  • Experience working collaboratively across functions and leading cross-team efforts
  • Experience mentoring and guiding junior engineers


Preferred Qualifications
  • BS or MS in Computer Science or a related technical field
  • Experience with event-driven and/or streaming architectures and micro-service design
  • Experience in logistics, supply chain, fulfillment, marketplaces, or other high-throughput, real-world operational systems
  • Comfort working in greenfield environments and migrating or integrating existing systems onto a new platform
  • Experience with cross-team initiatives and driving alignment across stakeholders
  • Self-driven to identify opportunities to make things better, faster, and more efficient
  • Ability to translate a high-level, ambiguous business problem into a concrete technical solution


Responsibilities

For Seattle, WA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $232,000 per year - USD $258,000 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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