Uber · 1 day ago
Applied Scientist II, Safety
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$155K/yr - $172K/yr
3+ years expUber is seeking an Applied Scientist II to join their Safety Science Team, focusing on enhancing the safety of the Uber platform through analytics and machine learning. The role involves developing ML models, conducting deep-dive analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement safety policies.
LogisticsMobile AppsRide SharingSoftwareTransportation
Responsibilities
Modeling & Production: Design, develop, and deliver sophisticated applied ML models from ideation to production, ensuring robustness and measurable safety impact
Deep-Dive & Insights: Conduct complex, rigorous deep-dive analyses and causal inference to uncover root causes and identify high-leverage safety opportunities
Experimentation: Own the design, analysis, and interpretation of A/B experiments to rigorously evaluate product and policy changes before platform rollout
Cross-Functional Influence: Partner closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and Policy teams to translate data-driven insights into critical product features and company-wide safety policies
Qualification
Required
Education: Ph.D., M.S. or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field, OR equivalent experience
Experience: 3+ years (with Ph.D.) or 5+ years (with M.S. or B.S.) of industry experience building and deploying machine learning models or conducting high-impact applied data science in a large-scale production environment
Technical Depth: Expert proficiency in core machine learning principles, including classification, regression, time series analysis, and causal inference
Programming: High proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python or Scala) and expertise in data manipulation using SQL
Preferred
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics
Professional experience in safety, risk, or fraud
Hands-on experience with LLM including high scale production implementations
Benefits
Eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program
May be offered an equity award & other types of comp
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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