Uber plans new tech centres in Bengaluru, Hyderabad

Uber will establish two new technology centers in Bengaluru and Hyderabad by the end of 2027, expanding its engineering and infrastructure presence in India. The Bengaluru facility will span 1.1 million square feet with seating for 5,000 employees, while the Hyderabad center will cover 901,115 square feet for around 4,600 staff. The move aligns with Uber’s focus on AI, machine learning, and autonomous vehicle operations, as announced by CEO Dara Khosrowshahi during an internal town hall. The expansion reflects Uber’s long-term commitment to India, where it currently employs 3,500 people. The company highlights India’s role as a key global engineering hub, leveraging its talent pool and lower operational costs compared to Western markets. The new centers will support global product development and platform engineering, with a focus on serving millions of users worldwide. Uber also recently partnered with the Adani Group to build its first data center in India, expected to go live in Q4 2026. The company is increasing hiring in generative AI, machine learning, and backend infrastructure roles. Khosrowshahi emphasized India’s growing importance, particularly in the two-wheeler ride-hailing sector, where bike taxis are now one of Uber’s fastest-growing categories despite competition from Rapido and Ola. The tech centers will strengthen Uber’s ability to innovate for mobility solutions at scale, reinforcing its strategy of ‘building from India, for India, and for the world.’ The announcement underscores the company’s confidence in India’s engineering capabilities and its commitment to deepening its technological footprint in the region.