Software Engineer I

Uber; New York (NY); On-site; USD 153,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Benefits

Job summary

Uber is seeking an engineer to design, develop, and test software applications across its platform. You will build scalable components and end‑to‑end data systems, including robust ETL pipelines and data quality monitoring.

The role focuses on solving distributed systems challenges, improving production reliability, and partnering with ML, Product, and Operations teams to power data‑driven decisions. Some telecommuting may be possible, with in‑office collaboration emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, IT, Mathematics or related field with 1 year of experience.
• Proficiency in Python, Git, SQL and data structures/algorithms.
• Experience with distributed systems and debugging/monitoring production services.
• Familiarity with big data frameworks like Spark, Kafka, Hadoop or Flink.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software applications.
• Build scalable components and data pipelines for real‑time environments.
• Resolve production issues and improve engineering productivity.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with ML, Product and Operations teams.

Skills

Python

GIT

SQL

DS & Algorithms

Production debugging

Distributed systems

SDLC

Big data frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IT

Tools

Spark

Ray

Hadoop

Kafka

Flink

Job description

About the role and team

Engineering at Uber means building for real-world impact under real-world constraints. You’ll join a team that builds the platforms and services powering safe, affordable, and reliable movement in over 10,000 cities worldwide. The problems are complex, the systems are massive, and the pace is fast, requiring you to make smart decisions with guidance from seasoned peers. If you think in systems and care about building things that actually work for millions of people, this is where you'll grow.

We’re not looking for someone who just follows a manual; we need builders who thrive in ambiguity and own their growth. You’ll be part of a high-performance culture marked by perseverance, where your code directly impacts earners, riders, and merchants every day. This is a unique environment where the digital and physical worlds intersect, and every line of code helps move the world forward. You will face shifting priorities and legacy trade-offs, but that is exactly what makes the work meaningful and your impact tangible.

Rate of Pay: $153,000 to $169,000 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.
• Partner cross-functionally with Machine Learning, Product, and Operations teams to design and deliver scalable, data-driven solutions that power business decision-making.
• Design and build end-to-end data systems, including robust ETL pipelines and data quality monitoring frameworks, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and scalability across platforms.
• Solve complex distributed systems challenges, optimizing performance and efficiency in large-scale, real-time environments.
• May telecommute.

Basic qualifications

• Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree Computer Science, Engineering (Any), Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or related field, and one year of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.
• Position requires:
  • Python;
  • GIT;
  • SQL;
  • Data structures and algorithms;
  • Debugging and monitoring for production services;
  • Distributed systems;
  • Software Development Lifecycle;
  • Experience with any one of big data processing framework like Spark, Ray, Hadoop, Kafka, or Flink.

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.