Sr Software Engineer

Uber; New York (NY); On-site; USD 202,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Uber is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Data & Backend) to architect mission-critical systems powering trust in our global marketplace. You will own end-to-end development, debugging production issues, and shaping how pricing and payments scale.

The role emphasizes performance, reliability, and system-level thinking, with potential telecommuting options. Expect a strong emphasis on distributed systems, data-driven decision making, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS/Engineering/IT with relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software applications.
• Design, develop, and test software using Uber's technology stack.
• Apply technical knowledge to evaluate complex data and projects to resolve issues.
• Support business operations and improve engineering productivity.
• Build software components for integrated systems.
• Solve production issues to improve reliability.
• Maintain core Go developer ecosystem tools and SDKs.
• May telecommute.

Skills

C++

C#

Python

Java

Git

SVN

SQL

MySQL

Data structures & algorithms

Distributed systems

AI/ML

Compiler internals

Go ecosystem

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/IT

Tools

Go

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.
• Maintain and develop core Go developer ecosystem tools and SDKs.
• May telecommute.
  

Basic Qualifications

• Employer will accept a Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering (Any), Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or related field and 4 years of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.
• Position requires:
  • C++, 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;
  • Experience in compiler internals and code generation, in the form of static or JIT-compilers;
  • Developing and maintaining libraries;
  • Artificial Intelligence systems and Machine Learning.

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.