Software Engineer, Community Safety

Lyft
Toronto, Canada
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for backend engineers with experience in safety-critical systems who thrive in hybrid work arrangements and cross-functional collaboration.

Best fit for

  • Backend engineers with a background in safety-focused systems and strong cross-functional collaboration skills
    — “work at the intersection of product, design, engineering, and policy
  • Candidates experienced in building scalable backend solutions using Python or GoLang
    — “Utilize your expertise in Python, Golang, AWS to deliver robust and scalable solutions
  • Individuals who can lead features independently and communicate effectively with internal partners
    — “Independently lead features from idea to positive execution and launch

Things to consider

  • This role requires in-office presence at least three days per week, including specific days.
    — “work in the office at least 3 days per week, including on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
  • Limited remote flexibility, with only up to 4 weeks of annual remote work allowed.
    — “hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with distributed systems and safety-focused product development in your resume.
    — “build and maintain the tools, features, and systems that deter bad actors
  • Showcase your communication skills and cross-functional collaboration in your application materials.
    — “Work closely with cross-functional teams and partner teams to develop solutions
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Drive high-impact projects and innovate new solutions
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop solutions
Typical background
BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science3+ years of software engineering industry experience

Skills & requirements

Required

PythonGoAWSBackend Software DevelopmentDistributed SystemsConcurrency

Preferred

Trust & Safety FeaturesHigh-impact Projects

Stack & domain

PythonGoAWSBackend Software DevelopmentCollaborationCommunicationProblem-solvingTeamworkTrust And SafetyBackend EngineeringPlatform Security

About the role

Original posting from Lyft

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

The Trust & Safety function at Lyft is dedicated to keeping every Lyft ride safe for both riders and drivers. We build and maintain the tools, features, and systems that deter bad actors, protect vulnerable populations, and reinforce trust across the platform. As an Backend Engineer working on Trust & Safety, you'll work at the intersection of product, design, engineering, and policy to ship high-impact safety features to millions of users.

Responsibilities:

Drive high-impact projects and innovate new solutions to provide the best user experience.

Work closely with cross-functional teams and partner teams to develop solutions based on technology and business needs, and advance team’s goals and priorities

Independently lead features from idea to positive execution and launch

Unblock, support and communicate with internal partners to achieve results

Write well-crafted, well-tested, readable, maintainable code

Utilize your expertise in Python, Golang, AWS to deliver robust and scalable solutions

Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and distribute knowledge, as well as on call rotations

Share your knowledge by giving brown bags, tech talks, and promoting appropriate tech and engineering best practices

Experience:

BS/MS or equivalent in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field or relevant work experience

3+ years of software engineering industry experience

Extensive experience in object oriented programming, ideally in GoLang or Python

Experience in backend software development of distributed systems and concurrency

Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional partners

Benefits:

Extended health and dental coverage options, along with life insurance and disability benefits

Mental health benefits

Family building benefits

Child care and pet benefits

Access to a Lyft funded Health Care Savings Account

RRSP plan with company match to help save for your future

In addition to provincial observed holidays, salaried team members are covered under Lyft's flexible paid time off policy. The policy allows team members to take off as much time as they need (with manager approval). Hourly team members get 15 days paid time off, with an additional day for each year of service 

Lyft is proud to support new parents with 18 weeks of paid time off, designed as a top-up plan to complement provincial programs. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible.

Subsidized commuter benefits and Lyft ride credits

Lyft is committed to creating an inclusive workforce that fosters belonging. Lyft believes that every person has a right to equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, pardoned record of offences, or any other basis protected by applicable law or by Company policy. Lyft also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind.  Accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request in accordance with applicable law during the application and hiring process. Please contact your recruiter if you wish to make such a request.

Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office at least 3 days per week, including on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

The expected base pay range for this position in the Toronto area is CAD $108,000 - CAD $135,000, not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

Lyft may use artificial intelligence to screen applicants, however, Lyft employees make the ultimate selection and hiring decisions.

This job fills an existing vacancy.

Source: Lyft careers

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