Uber
Uber is a global technology company founded in 2009, specializing in ride-hailing, food delivery, and logistics services. It started as UberCab in San Francisco, inspired by the challenges of hailing taxis in Paris. The company has grown significantly, operating in over 600 cities worldwide and offering a range of services that include UberX for standard rides, premium options for larger groups, and shared transport services. In addition to ride-hailing, Uber has developed a robust food delivery service through Uber Eats and a logistics platform with Uber Rush for package delivery. The company emphasizes community engagement and job creation while adapting its services to meet local market needs. With a focus on convenience, the Uber app allows users to hail rides, track their drivers, and make payments in real-time.
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Headcount trend
Uber went from 61,387 employees in Oct 2024 to 65,945 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 2,561 people joined, 1,432 left.
Org structure
Headcount by department
Executive compensation
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All salaries2,360 salary profiles in the US
Most reported roles
Layoffs
Details3,300 roles cut in the last 12 months.
- Sep 2026 · 3,300 roles (~10%) · San Francisco, United States
- Jul 2026 · San Francisco, United States
- Jun 2026 (~1%) · San Francisco, United States
H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 562 filings.
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Uber FAQ
How many employees does Uber have?
Uber has about 65,945 employees, up 1% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.
Does Uber sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Uber filed 562 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
Has Uber had layoffs in 2026?
Yes. Uber has reported 3,300 layoffs in 2026, most recently on Sep 2, 2026.
What is Uber's revenue per employee?
Uber makes about $789K in revenue per employee, based on $52.02B annual revenue and 65,945 employees.
How much does Uber pay?
6figr has 2,360 salary profiles for Uber in the US and 1,022 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Uber salaries page. See Uber salaries in the US
Is Uber a public company?
Yes. Uber is publicly traded under the ticker UBER on NASDAQ.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.
