Software Engineer, eBay
Cloud Site Reliability Engineering
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
- This role demands a deep understanding of cloud-native technologies, particularly containers and Kubernetes, along with strong programming skills in languages such as Go and Python
- The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of at least 3 years in the field, focusing on the design, development, deployment, and operation of self-service platforms that facilitate the lifecycle management of applications supporting eBay's products and services
- Minimum of 3+ years of programming experience with Go and Python
- Proven experience in implementing large-scale, distributed, high-availability, fault-tolerant systems and infrastructure in a production environment
- Proficiency in delivering products within a multi-functional team environment
- Demonstrated expertise in observability tools and practices, ensuring system reliability and performance
- Extensive experience with Kubernetes as an SRE, or related cloud infrastructure and cloud-native technologies. Experience in developing with Kubernetes and/or building Kubernetes controllers is highly desirable
- Deep understanding of API design and RESTful principles, with experience in building web services at scale
- Experience in participating in open-source standards and contributing to open-source projects is a plus
What the job involves
- We are seeking an experienced Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to join our dynamic Cloud Infrastructure team at eBay in Dublin, Ireland
- Collaborate with internal customers and partners to deliver key business outcomes
- Ensure that cloud products are reliable, efficient, and compliant with eBay's security and operational standards
- Enhance observability practices to ensure comprehensive monitoring and alerting across cloud services
- Drive improvements in CI/CD processes to increase deployment velocity and reliability
- Design, implement, and manage modern cloud-native products and services that provide competitive advantages for eBay
- Lead initiatives to adapt and integrate the latest open-source tools and technologies within eBay's 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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