Uber is looking to enhance its geospatial capabilities by developing its Location Platform to improve location accuracy and sensor data processing, which directly impacts the efficiency and reliability of Uber's core operations.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience building Android applications in Java and/or Kotlin.
- Deep understanding of Android fundamentals, UI rendering, and performance optimization.
- Experience working on maps, navigation, or location-based services.
- Familiarity with GIS concepts and spatial data structures.
- Previous experience contributing to Android SDKs or platform-level libraries.
- Track record of mentorship and technical leadership within engineering teams.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical initiatives across teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of use cases requiring sensor and location data in Uber's Android apps.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners including PMs, designers, backend engineers, and map data specialists to deliver seamless and scalable experiences.
- Drive the evolution of Uber's Location and Sensor SDKs to support real-time, highly-performant geospatial use cases.
- Own and improve critical aspects of location processing, sensor processing, latency, and rendering accuracy.
- Partner with platform teams to push the boundaries of what's possible on mobile devices.
- Contribute to long-term vision and technical strategy for Uber's Maps platform.
- Mentor and guide a team of engineers, influencing engineering best practices and fostering technical growth.
Other
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Masters Preferred
- For San Francisco, CA-based roles and Sunnyvale, CA-based roles, 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.
