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Backend Engineer II - Platform & Product Development (Uber Eats)

AT Uber
Uber

Backend Engineer II - Platform & Product Development (Uber Eats)

Seattle, WA

About the Team

Uber Eats is revolutionizing the future of delivery at a massive scale. What began as a platform to move people now powers on-demand delivery for almost anything customers need. The Delivery Engineering teams tackle complex technical challenges, ensuring our platform adapts as we expand beyond rides and restaurant orders. From optimizing logistics to real-time tracking, we build technology that connects customers, earners, and brands with speed and reliability, delivering a world-class experience across the globe.

About the Role

We're seeking a product or platform-focused Backend Engineer II to help develop new features for Uber Eats across various product surfaces. Your work will empower consumers to better navigate the platform while supporting the scalable growth of our ecosystem. In this role, you'll collaborate with stakeholders to identify and define product requirements, translate them into scalable technical designs, and work with fellow engineers to implement and launch new features.

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Basic Qualifications

  • Strong sense of ownership, grit, and drive.
  • Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in backend development.
  • Proven experience in scalable software development, considering factors like latency and distributed architecture.
  • Experience analyzing production features through analytics and experimentation.
  • Team-oriented with experience collaborating on projects and working efficiently in a group.
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguity and tackle challenges with a go-getter attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with large-scale, consumer-facing applications or platforms.
  • Familiarity with real-time systems and data pipelines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend software solutions.
  • Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and engineers to deliver innovative solutions to complex problems.
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from design and architecture to testing and deployment.
  • Conduct code reviews and provide feedback to ensure high code quality and engineering standards.

For New York, NY-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$158,000 per year - USD$175,500 per year.

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$158,000 per year - USD$175,500 per year.

For Seattle, WA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$158,000 per year - USD$175,500 per year.

For Sunnyvale, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$158,000 per year - USD$175,500 per year.

For all US locations, you will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits.

Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber's cultural identity. Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office. For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time. Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.

Client-provided location(s): Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Job ID: Uber-136770
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program