Lyft
Backend Software Engineer, Airports
$128K–$160K
San Francisco, CA +2 · Full-time · Posted Sep 18, 2026
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, California, United States
Seattle, Washington, United States - Experience
- 2-5+ years of software engineering/production infrastructure industry experience.
- Education
- BS/MS or equivalent in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
About the job
Build and maintain backend systems that improve the airport experience for Lyft drivers and riders, including real-time communication and integration with airport operations.
What you'll do
- Lead features and projects from idea through launch, managing priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
- Write, test, and maintain code; participate in code reviews and explain technical trade-offs.
- Join the on-call rotation to identify, triage, debug, and resolve issues across applications and platforms.
What they ask for
- Experience with Python and Go.
- Proficiency in object-oriented programming.
- Experience working with data structures or algorithms.
- Ability to collaborate with a low-ego, cross-functional team.
Nice to have
- Experience pursuing side projects or open-source projects.
Pay
$128,000 - $160,000 USD base salary
Tools
Python, Go
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