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Software Engineer II - Networking (Back-end)

AT Uber
Uber

Software Engineer II - Networking (Back-end)

Seattle, WA

About the Role

The Uber host network team is responsible for managing the systems and components related to host networking across both on-premises and cloud environments. This includes host network observability, secure service mesh, traffic management, host network traffic authentication, and host network components for key infrastructure initiatives. As a software engineer on the Uber Host Network team, you'll collaborate with top-tier engineers to build a reliable, secure, scalable, and modern host networking environment for Uber.

---- What the Candidate Will Do ----

  • Design, develop, manage, and modernize Uber's host networking stacks to enhance functionality and performance.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of engineering best practices.
  • Participate in on-call rotations to provide timely resolution of critical incidents and ensure system availability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, design and implement scalable, reliable, and high-performance networking solutions, through sophisticated experiments.
  • Debug and troubleshoot complex issues across multiple systems.

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---- Basic Qualifications ----

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field with at least 2 years of full-time Software Engineering work experience OR PhD in Computer Science or related field.
  • Highly efficient coding in Golang, C++ or any similar languages.
  • Engineering experience in hands-on software development with thoughtfulness of scale, latency and distributed architecture.
  • Strong communication skills, experience working with different teams.
  • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.

---- Preferred Qualifications ----

  • 3+ years of full-time Software Engineering work experience OR PhD in Computer Science or related field.
  • Solid understanding of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP.
  • Experience with Kubernetes (k8s), Istio service mesh and Envoy is highly desirable.
  • Proven ability to diagnose and tackle performance issues across the networking stack.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to take a project from scoping requirements through actual launch of the project.

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; Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Job ID: Uber-136371
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