Backend Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. You possess experience with Python and/or Go, demonstrating proficiency in object-oriented programming. You are comfortable working with data structures and algorithms, and you thrive in a low-ego, highly collaborative, and cross-functional team environment.

You have a strong understanding of writing well-crafted, well-tested, readable, and maintainable code. You are experienced in participating in code reviews to ensure code quality and to distribute knowledge among team members. You have the ability to explain the various trade-offs made in technical decisions and manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables effectively.

Desirable

Experience with additional programming languages or frameworks is a plus, as well as familiarity with agile methodologies and cloud services. You are eager to learn and grow within a supportive team that values collaboration and innovation.

What you'll do

As a Backend Engineer on the Rider Team at Lyft, you will be responsible for writing and maintaining server-side code that powers the core user-facing app experience. You will collaborate closely with product, data science, analytics, and operations teams to iterate quickly and enhance the overall experience for our passengers and drivers. You will participate in the team's on-call rotation, identifying, triaging, debugging, and resolving issues across various applications and platforms.

You will manage project priorities and deadlines, ensuring that deliverables are met while maintaining high standards of code quality. Your role will involve explaining technical decisions and trade-offs to team members and stakeholders, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

What we offer

Lyft offers a competitive salary range of $108,000 - $135,000, not including potential equity offerings, bonuses, or benefits. You will be part of a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion, providing an environment where all team members can thrive. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe in the potential of every individual to contribute to our mission.