Uber

Staff Software Engineer : Storage, Search, & Data Platforms

Uber$232K — $258K *
Enterprise Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with expertise in large-scale distributed data systems.
  • Proficient in programming languages like Go, Java, C++, or Rust; experienced with database internals and distributed consensus protocols.
  • Demonstrated leadership in technical strategy aligned with business goals across multiple teams.
  • Experience managing highly available, mission-critical Tier-0 systems with global constraints.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute a multi-year roadmap to transition Uber to a Cloud-Native Data Provider.
  • Architect the 'Data-to-GPU' pipeline in collaboration with Uber's AI/ML leadership.
  • Drive innovation in core data engines such as Docstore, Vitess, Apache Pinot, and OpenSearch.
  • Represent Uber in global communities as a leader in key open-source technologies.
  • Align multiple platform teams towards a unified 'Data-to-AI' vision.

Benefits

  • Participation in Uber's bonus program.
  • Potential eligibility for equity awards and other compensation types.
  • Access to a 401(k) plan for all full-time employees.
  • Various additional benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Staff Engineer, you will operate as a primary technical architect for the SSD organization. You will be responsible for the technical vision that bridges our on-premise footprint with a Modern, Cloud-Native Data Ecosystem. This role requires a rare blend of deep distributed systems expertise, leading from the front, and the strategic influence to align multiple platform teams toward a unified "Data-to-AI" future.

What You Will Lead
  • Strategic Evolution: Define and execute the multi-year roadmap to transition Uber from "Data Storage" to a Cloud-Native Data Provider, solving for cross-region latency, global metadata consistency, and exabyte-scale cost efficiency.
  • The AI-Data Convergence: Partner with Uber's AI/ML leadership to architect the "Data-to-GPU" pipeline. You will design the one-stop storage APIs that allow researchers to leverage high-performance data access across multi-cloud regions and vendors seamlessly.
  • Platform Innovation: Drive the next generation of our core engines: Docstore (NoSQL), Vitess (Sharded MySQL), Apache Pinot (Real-time Analytics), and OpenSearch (Discovery).
  • You will represent Uber in the global community as a leader in key open source technologies including Apache, Hudi, Iceberg and many others
---- Basic Qualifications ----
  • Industry Leadership: 12+ years of software engineering experience, with a proven history of designing and operating massive-scale distributed data systems.
  • Systems Mastery: Elite engineering skills in Go, Java, C++, or Rust. You are comfortable deep-diving into database internals, kernel-level optimizations, and complex distributed consensus protocols.
  • Strategic Execution: Proven experience leading technical strategy across multiple teams or organizations, turning high-level business goals into concrete technical realities.
  • Operational Excellence: Extensive experience managing Tier-0, mission-critical systems with 99.99% availability and global blast-radius constraints.
---- Preferred Qualifications ----
  • Advanced Academic Background: MS / PhD in Computer Science (or equivalent experience) with a focus on Distributed Systems, Database Internals, or Large-Scale AI Infra.
  • Open Source Authority: You are a Maintainer or PMC member of an industry-defining project (e.g., Apache Pinot, Ray, Iceberg, Lance, or Gravitino).
  • AI Infrastructure Depth: Deep understanding of modern AI hardware-software interfaces, including GPU memory management, high-bandwidth networking (RDMA/NCCL), and training data pipelines.
  • Cloud-Native Visionary: Extensive experience leveraging S3/GCS/OCI to build disaggregated storage-compute architectures that eliminate "stranded" resources and minimize cross-region costs.
  • Mentorship at Scale: A track record of growing all levels of engineering talent, fostering a culture of technical excellence and scale.


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Responsibilities

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 Seattle, WA-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.

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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