Uber

Staff Software Engineer

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

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in building scalable, fault-tolerant products or platforms
  • Proficient in programming languages like Go, C/C++, Java, Python, or JavaScript
  • Led large-scale engineering projects from inception to global deployment
  • Skilled in making complex engineering and business tradeoffs
  • Experienced in identifying architectural gaps and reducing technical debt
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Drive initiatives and changes between stakeholder platforms and cloud providers
  • Design and build end-to-end systems for orchestration and monitoring at scale
  • Provide deep technical mentorship across the stack
  • Create tools and frameworks to improve efficiency for engineering teams
  • Lead and mentor engineers, reviewing code and designs
  • Work cross-functionally with Product, Data Science, and Operations

Benefits

  • Eligible for participation in Uber's bonus program
  • May receive equity awards
  • Participation in a 401(k) plan
  • Access to various benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description

What you'll do
  • Driving initiatives and change between stakeholder platforms and cloud providers including the ingestion of new host and volume types, os/kernel upgrades, and improving availability and performance of vms and storage
  • Design and build end-to-end systems for orchestration, monitoring, or frameworks that stand the test of massive global scale, high availability, and resiliency against zonal disasters
  • Provide deep technical mentorship across the stack, ensuring architecture and implementations are robust, extensible, and secure.
  • Create best-in-class tools and frameworks that increase the velocity and quality of hundreds of internal engineering teams.
  • Lead and mentor engineers, reviewing code and designs while fostering a culture of continuous learning and humility.
  • Work cross-functionally with Product, Data Science, and Operations across the globe to drive large-scale projects and align technical investments with business value.

Basic Qualifications
  • 8+ years of professional experience building scalable, fault-tolerant products or platforms, with a track record of solving strategically important problems.
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Go, C/C++, Java, Python, or JavaScript) and the ability to define organization-wide standards.
  • Proven experience leading large-scale engineering projects through the entire lifecycle from inception to global productionization.
  • Expertise in making complex engineering/business tradeoffs, managing the implications of "buy vs. build" or "incremental vs. rewrite" decisions.
  • Experience identifying architectural gaps and acting as a multiplier to reduce technical debt across the organization.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) with a focus on distributed computing, system performance, or machine learning.
  • Experience contributing to open-source projects or leading industry-level technical discussions.
  • Ability to anticipate future business needs and develop extensible, modular designs that meet long-term scalability targets.


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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