
About Uber
Reimagining transportation for a better world
Key Highlights
- Public company (NYSE: UBER) since May 2019
- Completed over 1.5 billion trips globally
- Generated $4.8B in revenue from Uber Eats in 2020
- Raised $15.8 billion in funding
Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) is a leading ride-hailing platform headquartered in Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA. Founded in 2009, Uber has transformed transportation services, completing over 1.5 billion trips globally. The company went public in May 2019 and has raised $15.8 billion in fund...
🎁 Benefits
Uber provides comprehensive healthcare, a robust employee stock purchase plan, generous paid vacation, and a four-week sabbatical after five years of ...
🌟 Culture
Uber fosters a culture of innovation and adaptability, continuously expanding its services beyond traditional ride-hailing. The company emphasizes wor...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Uber is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to the design and development of their Compute Platform. You'll work with Kubernetes and cloud-native infrastructure to enhance systems that support mission-critical applications. This role requires strong expertise in container orchestration and cloud environments.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building and scaling cloud-native applications. Your expertise in Kubernetes and container orchestration has allowed you to design systems that prioritize reliability and scalability. You are comfortable working with cross-functional teams and have a strong understanding of infrastructure as code principles.
You possess deep knowledge of runtime systems such as containerd and Docker, and you have experience optimizing image lifecycles and security measures. Your background includes working with APIs and infrastructure abstraction layers, enabling developers to deploy and manage services efficiently. You are a proactive problem solver who thrives in collaborative environments and enjoys tackling complex technical challenges.
What you'll do
In this role, you will design and enhance core components of Uber's Kubernetes-based Compute Platform, focusing on improving reliability and global availability. You will implement and optimize Kubernetes controllers and operators, ensuring that diverse workloads are effectively managed across both on-prem and cloud environments. Your work will involve developing infrastructure abstraction layers that simplify the deployment and management of stateful and mission-critical services.
You will lead technical initiatives around scheduling, autoscaling, and resource management to enhance cluster efficiency and ensure high availability. Collaborating closely with teams across Networking, Storage, and Developer Productivity, you will drive high-impact technical initiatives that align with Uber's mission to provide reliable services. Your contributions will directly influence the performance and scalability of systems that power Uber's applications.
What we offer
At Uber, you will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth. You will work in an environment that encourages continuous learning and development, with access to cutting-edge technologies and tools. Join us in shaping the future of transportation and technology at Uber.
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