Senior Software Engineer, eBay
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Leading online marketplace
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Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
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1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving abilities, a deep understanding of software development practices, and experience in delivering complex solutions
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related field plus proven ability or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field plus 7+ years of hands-on experience in building large-scale distributed systems
- Excellent understanding of computer science fundamentals, data structures and algorithms. Expertise in all layers of multi-tier applications to design sophisticated solutions and maintain them
- Strong expertise in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks/libraries like React, Angular, or Vue.js
- Extensive hands-on experience and expertise in object-oriented design methodology and application development using Java/J2EE or Ruby/Rails, Design Patterns, Spring and Spring Boot frameworks, Web services and Caching mechanisms
- Hands-on experience with cloud-based systems, particularly Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including deploying, managing, and optimizing cloud-based applications and cloud databases, performance tradeoffs and load balancing
- Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & standard methodologies for full software creation process, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, continuous deployments, testing, and operations
- Experience leading a team of software engineers and a track record of completing projects on schedule and with high quality
Desirable
- Experience developing mobile applications on Android platform
- Google Cloud Developer or Architect Certification
- Experience in DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines using Github Actions & Workflows
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
- Knowledge of NoSQL database systems
What the job involves
- The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for spearheading the design, development, and implementation of software solutions
- This role combines technical expertise with leadership skills to guide a team of developers, ensure high-quality work you're doing, and drive the successful completion of projects
- Architect, design, develop and test sophisticated, multi-tier distributed software systems focused on Authenticating & storing high value luxury items
- Drive architecture discussions, produce well-documented design docs, and drive design and code reviews ensuring alignment to standard methodologies
- Collaborate with product managers, partners, and cross multi-functionalism to develop software solutions that meet functional and non-functional requirements, define project plans and results
- Estimate engineering effort, plan execution cycles, and rollout system changes
- Identify and address performance bottlenecks in software systems & ensure systems are secure, scalable, and maintainable
- Write Unit and Integration tests and ensure software developed meets high quality standards
- Stay updated on new technologies and integrate them into development processes whenever applicable
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Our take
Founded in 1995 as an online auction platform primarily catering to collectibles, eBay quickly emerged as a pioneer in connecting buyers and sellers in the digital realm. This early success propelled eBay to become to globally recognized leader it is today.
In the present landscape, eBay competes with industry giants like Amazon within the C2C eCommerce sector. However, eBay distinguishes itself by fostering an environment where businesses can cultivate and promote their brands on the platform, offering a tailored, community-driven experience for both sellers and buyers. By championing small businesses, eBay attracts sellers and socially conscious consumers, positioning itself in stark contrast to Amazon's corporate image.
The rising consumer interest in sustainability has presented economic opportunities for eBay, particularly as younger demographics gravitate toward purchasing pre-owned items. in response, eBay has directed its marketing efforts toward Gen Z customers and formed partnerships with cultural phenomena like Love Island, further solidifying its appeal among contemporary audiences.
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Company benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive health and wellness program designed to meet your unique needs.
- We strive to provide programs that help support both mind and body, including quality healthcare insurance, wellness programs and preventative care.
- Stock Purchase Plans
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Stock Awards
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- Credit Union Memberships
- Balancing work & life - eBay believes in providing you with the opportunity to be your best self in your professional and personal life. In addition to supporting flexible workstyles including hybrid and remote, eBay offers 4 weeks of paid sabbatical time for every 5 years of service
- Giving back to our community - We provide our employees around the globe with opportunities to have a positive impact on their local communities. Through the eBay Foundation, our company matches donations to eligible nonprofits up to $10,000 per employee per year. And our employee-led volunteer groups organize local giving and volunteering activities throughout the world
Company HQ
Greylands, San Jose, CA
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Leadership
Jamie Iannone
(CEO, not founder)Studied at Princeton and Stanford University. Held executive roles at Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and The Children's Place, before becoming CEO of eBay in April 2020.
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