Staff Software Engineer

About The Role

The Payments Tech org at Uber is seeking a highly experienced Staff Software Engineer to join our team in India. As a tech leader in backend development, you will architect and build scalable, high-performance systems that drive Uber's core payments business functions. You will play a crucial role in designing and implementing backend systems in making payments more reliable. Your expertise will directly influence the strategic direction of our technology stack, enabling Uber to innovate and deliver exceptional payments experiences. This role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's technological advancements and operational efficiencies.

As a Staff Engineer, you will lead large-scale, cross-functional projects in the Payments domain, driving innovation, compliance, and technical excellence.

What The Candidate Will Need / Bonus Points

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• Architect, design, and develop robust backend services and scalable APIs.
• Lead the development and optimization of backend applications using modern technologies
• Oversee the integration of complex data workflows and pipelines.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of software applications.
• Conduct code reviews, design discussions, and technical mentorship.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end solutions.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical issues in production and development environments.
• Provide strategic technical leadership to influence the direction of Uber's technology stack.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for software projects and processes.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software development.
• Expert proficiency in backend technologies such as Java, Python, Node.js, or Go.
• Exposure/working with frontend frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js and mobile development.
• Deep understanding of database technologies, including SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Experience with designing and developing RESTful APIs.
• Mastery of version control systems such as Git.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to lead collaborative teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 4+ years of experience as Engineering lead
• Exposure to or experience with:
• Product engineering
• Scalability engineering
• Distributed systems
• Track record of delivering results in fast-paced and highly ambiguous environments
• Org-wide Impact: Demonstrated ability to drive projects with org-wide scope and high impact