Staff Engineer • Lead

Who you are

You have extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in leading large-scale initiatives that require deep technical expertise. Your background includes a strong understanding of algorithms and machine learning, which you have applied to optimize marketplace dynamics and enhance user experiences. You are skilled in defining technical strategies and architectures that influence multiple teams and contribute to overarching business goals. You thrive in ambiguous environments and are adept at identifying technical challenges and proposing innovative solutions that unlock significant business value.

You possess excellent mentorship abilities, having guided senior and staff engineers to elevate the technical standards of your team. Your communication skills enable you to represent your team effectively in cross-functional forums, aligning complex technical topics with product and executive leadership. You are passionate about fostering innovation and driving alignment across diverse teams to achieve strategic objectives.

What you'll do

In this role, you will define and drive the long-term technical strategy for the Marketplace Segmentation domain, influencing decisions across various engineering teams. You will lead impactful initiatives that span multiple teams, directly contributing to Uber's goals for marketplace efficiency and profitability. Your responsibilities will include providing technical mentorship to engineers, identifying fundamental challenges in matching and pricing, and proposing novel solutions that enhance user experience.

You will act as a technical thought leader, representing your team in cross-functional discussions and driving alignment on complex topics. Your work will involve architecting scalable and resilient systems that support Uber's core rides business, ensuring that the products you build cater to diverse rider needs and market conditions. You will collaborate closely with product, data science, and engineering teams to implement solutions that drive incremental growth and improve overall marketplace dynamics.

What we offer

Uber offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the rides business. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and be part of a team that values innovation and collaboration. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe diverse teams build better products. Join us in shaping the future of transportation and enhancing the rider experience at Uber.