Senior Software Engineer, eBay
Data Platform
$115.2-199.7k
Leading online marketplace
Posted today
Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
Posted today
$115.2-199.7k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- Experience with Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, or similar streaming technologies
- Experience of designing and developing large-scale software applications using Object-Oriented Design and JVM languages (Java, Scala)
- Basic knowledge of data semantics, discovery processes, and data governance
- Proficiency in designing and implementing automated data pipelines
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Scala, or Python
- Bachelor or MS degree in Computer Science or related field
What the job involves
- Cloud Data Technologies (CDT) team at eBay is responsible for all the data infrastructure and management of end-to-end data lifecycle for all eBay data from onsite to analytics use cases
- We are seeking a Software Engineer passionate about data-driven technologies and architectures
- Data Architecture Support: Assist in designing and enhancing data architecture to support real-time and batch processing, focusing on scalability and fault tolerance using technologies like Apache Kafka and Apache Flink
- Data Semantics and Discovery: Contribute to implementing systems for effective data semantics management, ensuring data is accurately categorized and easily discoverable
- Pipeline Automation: Support the development and maintenance of automated data pipelines to ensure efficient data flow and processing
- Data Consumption Optimization: Help to create strategies for generating materialized views and data subsumption to optimize data architecture performance
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with data scientists, business analysts, and other engineering teams to define and refine data solution requirements
- Innovation and Research: Stay updated on industry developments in data engineering and suggest new technologies or methodologies to enhance data infrastructure
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 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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