FAQs
What is the role of a Software Engineer for the Driver Earnings Team at Lyft?
The role involves leading multiple work streams to improve drivers' experience, focusing on building differentiated pay products and features, and collaborating with various teams to enhance driver earnings-related infrastructure and products.
What are the primary responsibilities of this position?
Responsibilities include partnering with product managers and engineers to build driver earnings infrastructure, designing and analyzing experiments, and ensuring earnings-related data is accessible and usable across systems.
What educational qualifications are required for this position?
A degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering is preferred, or relevant work experience is acceptable.
What programming languages and skills are necessary for this job?
Proficiency in SQL for writing structured queries on large data sets and experience in programming, particularly in Python, are required.
What type of communication skills are expected from candidates?
Strong oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional partners, are essential.
What benefits does Lyft offer for this position?
Lyft offers great medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health benefits, family building benefits, childcare and pet benefits, a 401(k) plan, discretionary paid time off, paid parental leave, subsidized commuter benefits, and exclusive testing opportunities for new benefits through the Ridership Program.
What is the expected work schedule for this position?
This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule, requiring team members to work in the office 3 days per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays), with flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year.
What is the expected salary range for this position?
The expected base pay range for this position in the SF area is $108,000 - $135,000, with additional factors influencing salary, such as qualifications, experience, and geographic location.
Does Lyft promote diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices?
Yes, Lyft is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace and considers all qualified applicants without regard to various factors such as race, color, religion, sex, and others, including those with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.
Is there an opportunity for equity offerings or bonuses in addition to salary?
Yes, the salary range provided does not include potential equity offerings or bonuses; your recruiter can provide more information during the hiring process.