Joblaze summary

In this role at Lyft, the Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining systems that enhance security monitoring and threat detection. Key skills include proficiency in object-oriented programming and experience with large-scale distributed systems, along with a strong emphasis on writing maintainable code and documentation. This position is ideal for candidates with a master's degree in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience, looking to contribute to a collaborative team environment. Lyft promotes a hybrid work model, requiring in-office attendance three days a week to foster teamwork.

Joblaze insights

Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Lyft's careers page October 27, 2026.
This exact title is also open at 2 other locations at Lyft: San Francisco, CA, San Francisco, CA.
Salary band is below the typical range for Backend roles (median ~$180,000).
Starts above 61% of 132 comparable mid backend roles in United States we track (median $137,350 across 56 companies).

Quick facts

Is the Software Engineer role remote?: It's hybrid — Lyft expects some on-site time in Seattle, WA.
What's the salary range?: Lyft lists $149,240–$192,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?: At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Software Engineer role.
Where is the role based?: Lyft is hiring for this position in Seattle, WA.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: backend software development, large-scale distributed systems, object-oriented programming.
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

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, deploy, monitor, operate and maintain existing or new elements of our systems and infrastructure.
Collaborate with engineers and partners in science & product to drive projects from inception, specification, execution, to launch.
Write well-crafted, well-tested, readable, and maintainable code.
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and distribute knowledge.
Build an extensible and scalable platform that powers secure detection and response capabilities across the security lifecycle.
Ensure high availability and reliability of detection engineering systems to support critical security monitoring and threat identification flows.

Experience:

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
2 years of pre- or post-academic experience in job offered, software development, or related occupation.
Experience with Object-oriented programming.
Experience writing clear, scalable, and clear design documentation.
Experience with backend software development of large-scale distributed systems.

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
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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 Seattle area is $149,240 - $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. #LI-DNI

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