Jobs at Lyft

714,725 open positions

Lyft, founded in 2012, has reshaped urban mobility with its flagship ridesharing app and expanding into micromobility, autonomous vehicles, and delivery services. The company’s 1314 open positions span Seattle, San Francisco, and worldwide hubs, reflecting its rapid growth across tech, operations, and corporate functions.

Typical roles include software engineers building scalable backend services, product managers driving user experience, data scientists optimizing routing and safety algorithms, and operations specialists handling driver support and regulatory compliance. Candidates should expect rigorous technical interviews, a culture that rewards data‑driven decisions, and benefits that emphasize health, equity, and flexible work arrangements.

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Drivers Needed in San Francisco

Company: Lyft

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is offering a $400 bonus for new drivers who complete 40 rides within the first 30 days in San Francisco. The company is also launching the Women+ Connect feature, providing more choice and peace of mind for women and nonbinary drivers. Lyft is a flexible earning opportunity that allows drivers to set their own schedule and keep 100% of their tips. Drivers can qualify for a healthcare subsidy by averaging at least 15 hours of booked time per week.

Software Developer, Back-end Platforms

Company: Lyft

Location: Other US Location

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is a company that aims to improve people's lives by providing transportation services. They are looking for a software engineer to join their team to work on their stations software platform. The company offers a range of benefits and a diverse work environment.

Drivers wanted - Great alternative to part-time, full-time and seasonal work

Company: Lyft

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is offering a $500 bonus for new drivers in Houston who complete 100 rides within the first 30 days. The company is also launching the Women+ Connect feature, aimed at enhancing the driving experience for women and nonbinary drivers. Lyft provides flexibility, with no hourly requirement and the option to cash out any time with Express Pay. Drivers can earn extra money, making it a great supplement to part-time or full-time income, especially for teachers or those seeking summer work.

Drive with Lyft - No Experience Needed

Company: Lyft

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is offering a $500 bonus for new drivers in Dallas who complete 100 rides within the first 30 days. The company is also launching the Women+ Connect feature, aimed at enhancing the driving experience for women and nonbinary drivers. Lyft provides flexibility, with no hourly requirement and the option to cash out any time with Express Pay. Drivers can earn extra money, making it a great supplement to part-time or full-time income, especially for teachers or those seeking summer work.

Drive with Lyft - Earn on Your Own Schedule

Company: Lyft

Location: New Haven, CT

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is offering a $400 bonus for new drivers in New Haven who complete 80 rides within the first 30 days. The company is also launching the Women+ Connect feature, aimed at enhancing the driving experience for women and nonbinary drivers. Lyft provides flexibility, with no hourly requirement and the option to cash out any time with Express Pay. Drivers can earn extra money, making it a great supplement to part-time or full-time income, especially for teachers or those seeking summer work.

Drive with Lyft - Signing up is Easy

Company: Lyft

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is offering a $500 bonus for new drivers in Cincinnati who complete 100 rides within the first 30 days. The company is also launching the Women+ Connect feature, providing more choice and peace of mind for women and nonbinary drivers. Lyft is a flexible earning opportunity that allows drivers to set their own schedules and keep 100% of their tips. Drivers can cash out any time with Express Pay. No experience is needed, but previous transportation industry experience may be beneficial.

Senior Data Scientist, Algorithms, Central Market Management

Company: Lyft

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is looking for a Data Scientist to join their Central Market Management team. The role involves building ML models, productionalizing pipelines, and integrating outputs within decision-making frameworks. The ideal candidate should have strong technical abilities in ML-based forecasting, Mathematical Optimization, and Causal Inference.

Senior Data Engineer, Mapping

Company: Lyft

Location: Other US Location

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is hiring a Senior Data Engineer to build a scalable data platform, focusing on data infrastructure, data transport, collection, and storage. The role requires strong experience with Spark, Hadoop, and SQL, as well as proficiency in scripting languages and workflow management tools.

Drive with Lyft - Features made for women + enby drivers

Company: Lyft

Location: Portland, OR

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is offering a $400 bonus for new drivers in Portland who complete 40 rides within the first 7 days. The company is also introducing the Women+ Connect feature, aimed at enhancing the driving experience for women and nonbinary drivers. Lyft provides flexibility, with no hourly requirement and the option to cash out any time with Express Pay. Drivers can earn extra money, making it a great supplement to part-time or full-time income, especially during summer. No prior experience is needed, but experience in transportation can be beneficial.

Employment Legal Compliance Specialist

Company: Lyft

Location: Washington DC

Posted Oct 01, 2024

Lyft is looking for an Employment Legal Compliance Specialist to join its Legal Team. The role involves ensuring compliance with various federal, state, and local employment laws, developing and managing affirmative action programs, and responding to audits and compliance reviews.

Développeur de logiciels, Plateformes Back-end

Company: Lyft

Location: Other US Location

Posted Oct 01, 2024

Lyft's mission is to improve people's lives by creating a better transportation ecosystem. They aim to create a community-driven organization that is open, inclusive, and diverse. The company is looking for a software engineer to join their team to help develop the future of micromobility.

Drivers Needed in St. Louis

Company: Lyft

Location: St. Louis, MO

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Lyft is offering a $500 bonus for new drivers in St. Louis who complete 100 rides within the first 30 days. The company is also launching the Women+ Connect feature, providing more choice and peace of mind for women and nonbinary drivers. Lyft is a flexible earning opportunity that allows drivers to set their own schedules and earn money on any schedule. Drivers can cash out any time with Express Pay and keep 100% of their tips. The company aims to make rideshare better for everyone by fostering diverse communities and improving the driving experience for all drivers and riders.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s it like to work at Lyft?
Lyft promotes a mission‑driven culture focused on safe, sustainable transportation. Employees enjoy collaborative teams, a flat hierarchy that encourages idea sharing, and a benefits package that includes health, equity, and generous parental leave. The company values data‑backed decision making, continuous learning through internal hackathons, and community outreach initiatives such as driver education programs.
What types of positions are available at Lyft?
Lyft hires across a spectrum of functions: software engineering (backend, mobile, infrastructure), product management, data science, machine learning, research, design, operations, finance, human resources, legal, marketing, and customer support. Each role has clear career ladders and opportunities for cross‑functional collaboration.
How can I stand out as a Lyft applicant?
Tailor your résumé to Lyft’s values by highlighting projects that demonstrate impact on user safety, scalability, or sustainability. Prepare for the interview by mastering coding challenges in Python or Java, revising system design fundamentals, and practicing behavioral questions that showcase teamwork and data‑driven thinking. Show enthusiasm for Lyft’s mission by referencing recent initiatives like the micromobility expansion or driver wellness programs, and bring concrete examples of how you’ve contributed to similar goals.

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