Staff Software Engineer - Backend (Machine Learning)

$218,000 - $242,000/Yr

Uber - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Francisco, CA

Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation

About the position

Uber is seeking a Staff Software Engineer specializing in Backend and Machine Learning to join the Developer Platform team. This role focuses on innovating and enhancing the developer experience through advanced end-to-end testing solutions, leveraging machine learning to improve application quality. The engineer will be responsible for building scalable backend infrastructure, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive technological advancements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and develop key features that enhance developer workflows and quality.
• Design and implement robust systems that can scale to meet growing demands, focusing on backend and machine learning infrastructure.
• Create scalable architectures that are adaptable to future growth and innovation.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of experience in systems software engineering with a solid understanding of computer architecture and fundamentals.
• Proficiency in Java, Go, or Python programming languages.
• Strong problem-solving skills with in-depth knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and complexity analysis.
• Ability to work comfortably with ambiguity in a constantly evolving environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working on ML platforms or ML products.
• Expertise in ML/AI/LLM (Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence/Large Language Models).
• Background in high-load distributed systems.

Benefits

• Base salary range of USD$218,000 - USD$242,000 per year.
• Eligibility to participate in Uber's bonus program.
• Potential equity award and other types of compensation.
• Various benefits as detailed on Uber's careers page.