Software Engineer

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

Job summary

Uber is seeking a Software Engineer for its Data and Storage teams in New York. You will architect infrastructure powering business decisions and core services for millions of users, designing storage platforms and high‑throughput data pipelines. You’ll own features end-to-end, monitor systems, and collaborate across teams.

Rate of pay is $171,000 to $209,000 per year with bonuses and benefits. Ideal candidates have strong CS foundations, experience with distributed systems, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficiency in C++, Python, and Java.
• Experience with distributed systems and cloud computing.
• Strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
• Experience with version control (Git or SVN) and SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software applications.
• Work with the company technology stack to deliver solutions.
• Analyze complex data to advise on technical issues.
• Support business operations and improve engineering productivity.
• Build components for scalable systems.
• Resolve production issues and improve reliability.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

Distributed systems

Data structures and algorithms

Cloud computing

Networking fundamentals

Debugging & monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

SVN

SQL

MySQL

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;
• Position requires: SQL or MySQL;
• Position requires: Data structures and algorithms development and functionality;
• Position requires: Designing technology stacks;
• Position requires: Debugging and monitoring for production services;
• Position requires: Distributed systems;
• Position requires: Software Development Lifecycle;
• Position requires: Cloud computing;
• Position requires: Networking fundamentals;
• Position requires: 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.

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.