Senior Systems Engineer, AM&D Services & Products

September 29, 2026

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About the Role

As a Senior Systems Engineer in our Autonomous Mobility & Delivery (AM&D) group, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of autonomous transportation at Uber.

You will be responsible for the safety of the technical frameworks that allow Uber to integrate seamlessly with various autonomous vehicle (AV) partners while developing our own internal autonomous offerings. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge robotics, safety-critical systems, and complex platform integration. This role is on Uber's Autonomous Mobility and Delivery Safety team and reports to the Senior Manager, Systems Engineering, Autonomous Mobility & Delivery Autonomous Mobility & Delivery.

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What You Will Do

Define partner-agnostic solutions: Develop and standardize technical safety solutions and frameworks that expedite the go-to-market process for diverse autonomous vehicle tech providers and AV fleet operators on the Uber platform.
Define safety requirements for Uber-built autonomous offerings: Lead the elicitation and documentation of high-level and detailed system safety requirements for Uber's proprietary autonomous technology and platform services.
Develop V&V strategies: Design comprehensive Verification and Validation (V&V) strategies for both internal Uber solutions and the complex technical interactions between Uber's platform and external AV Partner systems to ensure solutions meet Uber's safety bar.
Safety Risk Assessment: Lead technical safety risk assessments to ensure that all AV partner integrations meet Uber's rigorous safety and performance standards.
Influence Strategic Decisions: Act as a technical subject matter expert to influence long-term product roadmaps and strategic partnerships, ensuring technical feasibility and safety are at the forefront of business decisions.

Apply AI responsibly: Evaluate and integrate AI/ML-driven approaches to enhance safety validation and risk identification, while ensuring appropriate oversight, traceability, and compliance with safety standards.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
7+ years of experience in systems engineering, with a significant focus on complex hardware/software integrations.
Proven track record in the Autonomous Vehicle industry, specifically within safety-critical systems.
Experience with V&V methodologies (e.g., ISO 26262, SOTIF/ISO 21448).

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a relevant engineering discipline.
Experience defining cross-functional system architectures for large-scale distributed systems.
Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership.
Experience leveraging AI/ML tools in engineering workflows or safety analysis

For New York City, NY-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $171,000 per year - USD $190,000 per year.

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $171,000 per year - USD $190,000 per year.

For Seattle, WA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $171,000 per year - USD $190,000 per year.

For Washington, DC-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $171,000 per year - USD $190,000 per year.

For all US locations, you will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits.

Ready to Ride?

This isn't the kind of place where you follow a playbook - it's where you help write one. If you're driven by impact, energized by challenge, and ready to shape how the world moves - we'd love to hear from you.

You may be eligible for bonuses, equity, and other compensation, as well as a range of benefits. Explore our benefits. (

Offices remain key to collaboration and Uber's culture. Unless approved for full remote work, employees must spend at least 50% of their time in-office. Some roles, like those at greenlight hubs, require full-time in-office presence. Ask your Recruiter for details about this role's requirements.

Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form. (

Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form-

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