Principal Technical Recruiter, PhD Software Engineering & Science

About the role

and team Leading at Uber means setting direction in motion, not waiting for perfect conditions. As a Principal Technical Recruiter on the uBecome team, you will lead the strategy for one of Uber's most specialized and business-critical talent pipelines: PhD Software Engineering and Science early talent. This isn't a role for someone who prefers a predictable pace.

You'll operate in a high-stakes, high-ambiguity environment where exceptional PhD talent is limited, business needs evolve quickly, and long-term workforce planning is just as important as today's hiring goals. You will partner closely with senior Engineering and Science leaders to shape hiring strategy, advise on emerging research talent markets, and build sustainable pipelines that support Uber's future technical innovation.

Success in this role requires deep expertise in technical recruiting, strong business acumen, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders through data, market intelligence, and trusted partnerships. You'll serve as the recruiting expert for PhD hiring, while also helping elevate recruiting practices across the broader uBecome organization through thought leadership, mentorship, and strategic initiatives

What you'll do

Serve as the strategic recruiting lead for PhD Software Engineering and Science hiring, developing long-term talent strategies that align with Uber's technical roadmap and workforce planning. Act as a trusted advisor to senior Engineering and Science leaders, influencing hiring strategy through market intelligence, competitive insights, and deep understanding of the PhD talent landscape.