Lead Technical Program Manager, eBay
$132-212k
Leading online marketplace
Be an early applicant
Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$132-212k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- 7+ years of experience with engineering teams on software projects
- 5+ years in technical program/product management leading cross-functional initiatives
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, TypeScript)
- Expertise in REST/GraphQL APIs, integration strategies, and API lifecycle
- Strong knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
- Experience with scalable system architecture and distributed systems
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
- Experience with GraphQL federation, API management platforms (e.g., Apollo, Wundergraph or AWS API Gateway)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Knowledge of cloud-native development and API management platforms
What the job involves
- As a Lead Technical Program Manager, you’ll drive the planning, coordination, and execution of complex, cross-functional product and engineering initiatives
- You’ll serve as a key driver of delivery excellence, guiding technical decisions, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring that projects are well-executed, tested, and launched on time
- Lead end-to-end technical program execution, from scoping through launch
- Collaborate across engineering, product, and business teams to define roadmaps and deliver solutions
- Act as the single point of contact for project plans, risks, testing, and release readiness
- Manage agile practices, track key metrics, and proactively remove blockers
- Guide technical discussions and influence architectural decisions
- Communicate status updates to stakeholders and leadership
- Drive continuous improvement in program management and delivery processes
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.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
13% employee growth in 12 months
Company
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
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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