Uber · 14 hours ago
Graduate 2026 PhD Scientist II - Operations Research or ML (Mobility and Delivery Tech), US
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$161K/yr - $179K/yrUber is seeking multiple scientists for their mobility and delivery tech teams to solve complex business problems. The role involves developing methodologies for data science and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and grow the platform.
LogisticsMobile AppsRide SharingSoftwareTransportation
Responsibilities
Solve ambiguous, challenging business problems using data-driven approaches
Work closely with multi-functional leads to develop a technical vision and drive team direction
Develop new methodologies for data science including ML and causal inference modeling, coding, analytics, optimization, and experimentation
Present findings to business leaders to inform decisions
Design product experiments and analyze the results to draw detailed and impactful conclusions
Qualification
Required
Completing or recently completed a Ph.D. in Operations Research, Machine Learning, Statistics, or other quantitative fields
Knowledge of underlying mathematical foundations of optimization, stochastic processes, statistics, and machine learning
Strong problem solving and analytical abilities
Familiarity with SQL
Proficiency with a programming language such as R or Python
Preferred
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business partners
Research mentality with a bias towards action to structure a project from idea to experimentation to prototype to implementation
Independence, excellent communication, and outstanding follow-through - you energetically tackle your work and love the responsibility of being individually empowered
Experience with exploratory data analysis, statistical analysis and model development
Experience in one of the following areas: Operations Research, Revenue Management and Pricing, Advertising, Experimental Design, Assortment Planning, Transportation
Previous industry experience (e.g., internships)
Benefits
Eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program
May be offered an equity award & other types of comp
Various benefits
Company
Uber
Uber develops, markets, and operates a ride-sharing mobile application that allows consumers to submit a trip request.
Founded in 2009
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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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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