Software Engineer

Uber; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Equity opportunities

Benefits

Job summary

Uber is seeking a Software Engineer on the Data and Storage teams to architect foundational infrastructure powering decisions and core services for millions of users. You will scale distributed storage platforms and build high-performance data pipelines with low latency and high correctness.

You will own end-to-end delivery, monitor systems, and collaborate across teams. Some roles may telecommute; offices remain key to collaboration with at least 50% in-office presence where required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
• Proficiency in C++, Python, Java; experience with SQL or MySQL.
• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, cloud computing, and software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software applications.
• Design, develop, and/or test software applications using company technology stack.
• Apply technical knowledge to evaluate complex data, developments, and projects to provide actionable recommendations.
• Support the company's business operations and improve engineering productivity.
• Build software components that can be integrated into a full system.
• Resolve production issues focusing on reliability and scalability.
• Leverage public cloud offerings in solutions.
• May telecommute.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

GIT

SVN

SQL/MySQL

Data structures & algorithms

Distributed systems design

Cloud computing

Networking fundamentals

Software Development Lifecycle

Debugging & monitoring

Operations to maintain stack

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology

Tools

GIT

SVN

Job description

About the role and team

Engineering at Uber means building for real-world impact under real-world constraints. As a Software Engineer on our Data and Storage teams, you will architect the foundational infrastructure that powers business decisions and core services for millions of users. Whether you are scaling distributed storage platforms or building high-performance data pipelines, you will be solving complex challenges at the intersection of low latency, high correctness, and massive scale.

The problems here are messy and the systems are global. You'll need to make smart decisions with imperfect information, own your work end-to-end, and stay calm when high-load systems are on the line. We are looking for engineers who think in systems, pride themselves on robust monitoring, and believe that the best solutions are built through candid feedback and cross-functional collaboration. If you're energized by challenges and motivated to move the real world - this is where you'll grow.

Rate of Pay: $171,000 to $209,000 per year
You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, and test software applications.
• Design, develop, and/or test software applications using company technology stack.
• Apply technical knowledge to evaluate complex data, developments, and projects in order to provide recommendations to resolve technical issues.
• Support the company's business operations and improve engineering productivity.
• Build software components that can be integrated into a fully functional software system.
• Solve production issues in product and system reliability & scalability.
• Leverage product offerings from public Cloud providers.
• May telecommute.

Basic Qualifications

• Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering (Any), Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
• Position requires:
  • C++, Python, Java, GIT, or SVN;
  • SQL or MySQL;
  • Data structures and algorithms development and functionality;
  • Designing technology stacks;
  • Debugging and monitoring for production services;
  • Distributed systems;
  • Software Development Lifecycle;
  • Cloud computing;
  • Networking fundamentals;
  • Performing operations to maintain a software stack.

Ready to Ride?

This isn't the kind of place where you follow a playbook - it's where you help write one. If you're driven by impact, energized by challenge, and ready to shape how the world moves - we'd love to hear from you.

You may be eligible for bonuses, equity, and other compensation, as well as a range of benefits. Explore our benefits.

Offices remain key to collaboration and Uber's culture. Unless approved for full remote work, employees must spend at least 50% of their time in-office. Some roles, like those at greenlight hubs, require full-time in-office presence. Ask your Recruiter for details about this role's requirements.

Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.