Software Engineer

Uber; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 202,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Uber is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Data & Backend) in Sunnyvale to architect mission-critical systems powering trust across the global marketplace. You will design, develop, and test software, ensuring pay accuracy, scalable pricing simulations, and end-to-end ownership from design to production support.

Expect to work on high-impact projects with performance, reliability, and scale as top priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IT/Math/Physics and 5 years of related experience.
• 5 years in C++, Python, Java, Git or SVN, and SQL or MySQL.
• Strong data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, and software lifecycle experience.

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 recommendations for 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.
• Resolve production issues to improve product and system reliability.
• May telecommute.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

Data structures

Algorithms

Distributed systems

Software lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IT/Math/Physics

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 Senior Software Engineer (Data & Backend), you will architect mission‑critical systems that power the foundation of trust across our global marketplace - from ensuring millions of earners are paid accurately and on time to scaling the simulation platforms that drive billions in pricing decisions. You will work on uniquely ambitious projects where performance, reliability, and scale cannot be separated.

The problems here are complex, the systems are massive, and the pace is fast. You’ll need to make smart decisions with imperfect information and own your work end‑to‑end: from the first design doc to debugging production issues when the stakes are highest. We are looking for technical powerhouses who think in systems, stay calm under pressure, and care about building things that actually work. If you’re energized by challenge and motivated by real‑world impact—this is where you’ll grow.

Rate of Pay: $202,000 to $246,000 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.
• May telecommute.

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

Basic Qualifications

• Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering (Any), Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.
• Position requires 5 years in:
  • 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.

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.

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.