Software Engineer II

About the role

In this position, you will work closely with team members to develop and sustain backend services that enhance user-facing applications. Your contributions will be vital in supporting Uber's expanding grocery and retail business.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Create, develop, and support scalable software solutions.
• Work alongside product managers and engineering teams to gather requirements and convert them into technical specifications.
• Identify and drive opportunities throughout the entire development process, from architectural design to deployment.
• Perform detailed code reviews, providing constructive feedback to uphold high coding standards.
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, assessing their potential effects on our systems and suggesting relevant enhancements.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline, accompanied by a minimum of 1 year of full-time software engineering experience, or a PhD in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Java, C++, Python, or Go.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in backend development, focusing on creating and delivering end-user products.

Nice to have

• A Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Over 3 years of full-time software engineering experience.
• Experience in building highly available distributed systems at scale and working with multiple backend services.
• Familiarity with scalable backend systems using a microservices architecture.
• A strong commitment to quality as evidenced by thorough code reviews, documentation, and testing practices.
• Experience with optimization methods and algorithm development.
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in algorithms, data structures, and complexity analysis.

Skills & tools

• Java, C++, Python, Go
• Backend development
• Microservices architecture
• Code review and quality assurance practices
• Algorithmic development

Practical notes

For positions based in San Francisco, CA, the annual base salary for this role ranges from USD $171,000 to USD $190,000. The same salary range applies to roles in Sunnyvale, CA. All US-based employees are eligible for Uber's bonus program and may receive equity awards and additional compensation. Full-time employees can participate in a 401(k) plan and are entitled to various benefits.

This is a dynamic environment where your contributions can significantly influence how we operate. If you thrive on challenges and are eager to make an impact, we encourage you to apply.

Please note that unless granted full remote work approval, employees are expected to work in the office at least 50% of the time. Some roles may require a full-time in-office presence. For specific details about this role's requirements, please consult your recruiter.

Uber is committed to being an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also welcome qualified applicants regardless of their criminal history, in accordance with legal standards. If you require accommodations due to a disability or special need, please inform us by completing the appropriate form.