Uber · 1 hour ago
Senior Optimization Engineer
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expUber is a company that aims to reimagine the way the world moves for the better. The Senior Optimization Engineer will lead efforts in the Consumer Real-Time Pricing team to develop optimization solutions using real-time and ML-based signals to improve the Eats/Delivery Marketplace.
LogisticsMobile AppsRide SharingSoftwareTransportation
Responsibilities
You will work with a mixed team of Backend Engineers, MLEs, and Applied Scientists
You will build new scalable algorithms for real-time delivery pricing products across hundreds of global marketplaces
You will take things from mathematical formulation through to prototype and experiment. You will work with backend engineers to put your ideas into production
You will help identify new opportunities for improving our algorithms and models
Qualification
Required
Masters in relevant fields (Operations Research, Computer Science, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, etc.) with a focus on optimization modeling
5+ years of industry experience developing algorithms and models for large-scale deployment
Experience with optimization packages such as Gurobi, CPLEX, and OR Tools
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners
Proficiency in one or more coding languages such as Python, Java, Go, or C+
Preferred
PhD in relevant fields (Operations Research, Computer Science, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, etc.) with a focus on optimization modeling
Experience with two or three-sided marketplace design, matching/allocation, pricing optimization, etc
Familiarity with Machine Learning models, experimentation (e.g., A/B testing) and causal inference
Experience with real-time optimization systems (optimization under tight time constraints)
Benefits
You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program
May be offered an equity award & other types of comp
You will also be eligible for various benefits.
Company
Uber
Uber develops, markets, and operates a ride-sharing mobile application that allows consumers to submit a trip request.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$35.56BKey Investors
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CEO
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Chief Financial Officer
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