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Software Engineer

Build and own features for modern web applications at Lyft, focusing on frontend architecture with a hybrid work model.

Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Compensation
$138k–$192k/yr
Level
mid
Type
full time · Hybrid

Posted by employer 1 day ago

First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

What you'll build

  • Build and own features end-to-end
  • Drive frontend architecture for web applications
  • Shape the roadmap by contributing technical perspective
  • Write maintainable code with testing and documentation
  • Mentor through code reviews

Must have

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 1 year of experience in software development
  • Experience with Python and Flask
  • Experience with AWS services
  • Experience with algorithms and data structures

Practical constraints

  • In-office 3 days per week

Requirements

Experience
1+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Remote Work Health Insurance Parental Leave Mental Health Benefits

Joblaze summary

In this role at Lyft, the Software Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining features from initial specifications through deployment, ensuring quality throughout the process. Key skills include proficiency in React, TypeScript, and backend technologies like Python and AWS, along with a solid understanding of algorithms and data structures. This position is suitable for someone with at least a year of software development experience, ideally with a background in computer science or engineering. Lyft emphasizes a collaborative work environment, requiring in-office presence three days a week to foster team interaction.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze October 17, 2026. Last confirmed on Lyft's careers page October 17, 2026.
  • This exact title is also open at 2 other locations at Lyft: Seattle, WA, San Francisco, CA.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for Frontend roles (median ~$180,000).
  • Starts above 15% of 20 comparable mid frontend roles in United States that list React we track (median $162,100 across 14 companies). See React salary trends
  • React appears in 81% of 42 comparable mid frontend roles in United States; DynamoDB appears in 2.4% of 42 comparable mid frontend roles in United States.

Quick facts

Is the Software Engineer role remote?
It's hybrid — Lyft expects some on-site time in San Francisco, CA, United States.
What's the salary range?
Lyft lists $138,000–$192,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Software Engineer role.
Where is the role based?
Lyft is hiring for this position in San Francisco, CA, United States.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AWS, DynamoDB, Flask, Kubernetes, Next.js, NoSQL.
What seniority level is this role?
Lyft targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Software Engineer role at Lyft.

From the original posting

Job ID: 111269

Responsibilities:

  • Build and own features end-to-end from product specs through deployment and maintenance, ensuring high quality at every stage.
  • Drive frontend architecture for modern web applications using React, TypeScript, and/or Next.js. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate emerging technologies into our evolving infrastructure.
  • Shape the roadmap by contributing technical perspective on architecture decisions and business priorities.
  • Write maintainable code with comprehensive testing, clear documentation, and thoughtful design.
  • Mentor through code reviews that prioritize both quality and knowledge sharing.
  • Support your team through pairing, healthy technical debates, and a culture of mutual growth.
  • Interface with stakeholders to gather requirements, communicate progress, and respond to technical questions.

Experience:

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 1 year of experience in job offered, software development, or related occupation.

Skills:

  • Experience with Python and Flask.
  • Experience with AWS services (DynamoDB and SQS) and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented programming.
  • Experience with SQL or NoSQL databases.

Benefits:

  • Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
  • Mental health benefits
  • Family building benefits
  • Child care and pet benefits
  • 401(k) plan to help save for your future
  • In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
  • 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
  • Subsidized commuter benefits
  • Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership Program

Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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 3 days per week 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 San Francisco area is $138,000 - $192,000/year. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

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