Staff Software Engineer - Autonomous

Uber

Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: $232,000–$232,000 / yr
Posted: 53 days ago

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Above market

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About Uber

Uber Technologies, Inc. is the world’s largest, San Francisco-based mobile technology platform facilitating on-demand ride-hailing, food delivery (Uber Eats), and freight transportation across approximately 70 countries.

Uber currently has 95 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $232,000–$232,000 across 76 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Staff Software Engineer - Autonomous

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As a Staff Software Engineer on the AM&D team at Uber’s San Francisco office, you will lead the development of scalable backend systems that integrate autonomous vehicles into the existing mobility and delivery ecosystem. Your day-to-day responsibilities include architecting complex distributed systems for fleet coordination, designing algorithms to optimize routing and matching, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in platform features leveraging AV data. You will also mentor senior engineers and ensure seamless integration of autonomous components within Uber’s broader infrastructure. The ideal candidate has over six years of backend development experience, expertise in system design, and a background in autonomous vehicles, along with strong leadership skills and a focus on delivering measurable business impact through strategic decision-making.

Skills

Python C++ Docker Kubernetes AWS CI/CD PostgreSQL Redis RabbitMQ gRPC RESTful APIs Autonomous Vehicles Linear Programming Dynamic Programming Simulation Environments Marketplace Dynamics Supply-Demand Matching

What you'll do

Set technical vision for scalable hybrid marketplace systems integrating AVs and human drivers.
Architect complex distributed systems for fleet coordination to ensure robust, reliable platform operations.
Design and optimize core marketplace algorithms for routing, matching, pricing, and positioning across AV and human fleets.
Lead development of innovative features leveraging autonomous vehicle data in mobility and delivery systems.
Mentor senior engineers and drive technical excellence within the team.

What we're looking for

6+ years of hands-on backend development experience
Expertise in system design and architecture for complex, scalable systems
Proven leadership in driving large, cross-functional projects to significant business impact
Background in autonomous vehicles with relevant hands-on experience
Strong understanding of algorithms and optimization techniques in real-time systems

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