Uber · 17 hours ago
Senior Staff Engineer - Autonomous Vehicle Platform
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$257K/yr - $286K/yr
4+ years expUber is leading the charge in autonomous mobility and delivery, seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to drive the vision and platform strategy for their autonomous future. This role involves designing and scaling the autonomous platform, enhancing integration capabilities, and collaborating across teams to align with Uber's broader marketplace strategies.
LogisticsMobile AppsRide SharingSoftwareTransportation
Responsibilities
Set the architectural vision: Define and drive the technical direction for the AM&D platform, partnering closely with product and business leaders to create real impact for Uber and our customers
Lead major platform initiatives: Own and scale critical systems across the API Gateway, Simulation Platform, and Data Pipelines & Reporting
Mentor and inspire: Provide technical leadership and coaching to a high-performing team of engineers, helping foster an innovative and collaborative culture
Build for scale and reliability: Design, develop, and deploy platform components that are resilient, extensible, and easily integrated across multiple Uber surfaces
Collaborate across Uber: Work with cross-functional and cross-company teams to ensure our autonomous platform aligns with Uber's broader marketplace and product strategies
Qualification
Required
PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field AND 4-years full-time Software Engineering work experience OR 7-years full-time Software Engineering work experience, WHICH INCLUDES 4-years total technical software engineering experience in one or more of the following areas: Programming language (e.g. C, C++, Java, Python, or Go)
Past experience in developing large-scale, distributed systems
Strong understanding of technical architecture, system design, and problem solving acuity for sophisticated technical challenges
Proven track record of leading and scaling high-impact product platform initiatives. Strong technical expertise with deep knowledge of platform architecture, microservices, and best practices for building resilient, scalable systems
Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional partners to drive business outcomes through a platform approach
Preferred
Experience in building API platforms, data platforms, simulation or other foundational product platforms that serve multiple product teams
Experience in optimizing multiple-sided marketplace
Familiarity with Autonomous or Mobility or Delivery Systems, and understand challenges unique to the autonomous or mobility or delivery industries
Passionate about shaping the future of autonomous delivery and driving innovation in the industry
Benefits
Eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program
May be offered an equity award & other types of comp
Eligible for various benefits
Company
Uber
Uber develops, markets, and operates a ride-sharing mobile application that allows consumers to submit a trip request.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$35.56BKey Investors
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2025-09-08Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
2025-05-13Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-01-01Post Ipo Equity· $2.3B
Leadership Team
Dara Khosrowshahi
CEO
Prashanth Mahendra -Rajah
Chief Financial Officer
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