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Uber·Product Manager·Onsite - Product Sense / Strategy·Senior

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Apr 2026

Summary

Product sense question for a PM role at Uber, specifically framed around UberEATS. Just the one question but it has a lot of surface area if you let it.

Questions Asked (1)

Q1

You're a PM at UberEATS. What feature would you build to increase the average order value?

Product Sense & IdeationProduct StrategyPricing & Monetization
Author's notes

I went straight to upsell mechanics, like bundling drinks or suggesting add-ons at checkout, which felt obvious in retrospect.

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Suggested Approach

Start by clarifying the metric and segmenting users to identify high-leverage opportunities. Then propose a feature that directly encourages larger orders, such as bundling or personalized recommendations, and validate it with a quick experiment plan.

Pro tip: Anchor your answer in Uber's unique strengths—logistics, data, and cross-platform integration—to show you understand the ecosystem, not just generic e-commerce tactics.

1. Clarify the goal and scope

Define average order value (AOV) and ask clarifying questions about target users, markets, and constraints. Confirm whether the focus is on food, groceries, or alcohol.

2. Segment users and identify opportunities

Break down users by behavior (e.g., frequent vs. occasional, high vs. low spenders) to find segments where AOV can be increased. Look for pain points or unmet needs that lead to larger baskets.

3. Brainstorm and prioritize features

Generate ideas like smart bundling, group ordering, loyalty rewards for higher spend, or personalized upsells. Prioritize based on impact, effort, and alignment with Uber's strengths.

4. Define success metrics and experiment

Outline how you'd measure success (e.g., AOV lift, conversion, retention) and propose an A/B test or pilot to validate the feature. Consider potential cannibalization or user experience trade-offs.

5. Summarize and recommend

Conclude with a clear recommendation, acknowledging risks and next steps. Tie back to broader business goals like profitability and user satisfaction.

Key Points to Mention

  • Leverage Uber's cross-platform data (rides, Eats, grocery) for personalized recommendations
  • Consider group ordering or family-style meals to increase basket size
  • Implement tiered loyalty programs that reward higher spend
  • Use dynamic bundling or 'complete your meal' suggestions at checkout
  • Test subscription models (e.g., Uber One) that encourage larger orders for free delivery
  • Ensure the feature doesn't harm conversion or user trust

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