Senior Frontend Engineer, eBay
Member of Technical Staff
$149.2-234.8k
Leading online marketplace
Job no longer available
Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$149.2-234.8k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- 10+ years industry experience
- BS/BA in Computer Science or related field plus 10+ years work experience or MS with 8+ years of relevant experience
- Experience working as a Front End engineer with a balance of expertise across modern web technologies and backend service code
- Self-motivated engineer with a demonstrated ability to get things done
- Strong communicator that has demonstrated experience working with engineering and cross-functional partners
- Strong Java programming skills in Java with familiarity with a framework like Spring Boot
- Strong Expertise in Node.js + any Javascript framework, React, HTML and CSS3
- Experience building and leveraging RESTful API’s, GraphQL
- Experience with cross-browser, cross-platform, and design constraints on the web and mobile
What the job involves
- As a Senior Front End Engineer you will work closely with designers, Architects, product managers and other engineers (frontend, backend, machine learning, quality) to build engaging UI experiences and distributed, heavily scalable distributed applications, platforms and tools to redefine the advertising space for eBay and beyond.
- Define, design, and implement highly scalable, resilient and performant distributed systems focusing on customer experience
- Work throughout all phases of the software development process independently as well as work jointly with other team members
- Collaborate with architects, product management, engineering and Operations teams to develop innovative solutions alignment to development goals and principles
- Lead product design, produce clear, well-documented design docs, and participate in design and code reviews
- Able to lead the scrum team and run scrum ceremonies optimally
- Voice support for and communicate your design, methods, and results to a community of developers, analysts, and product managers
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, mentorship to develop and improve performance of individual team members and success of overall team
- Rigorously follow Definition of Done (DoD) process for better quality by maintaining over 80% unit test coverage and other release criteria standards
- Responsible for leading engineering support, release, and on-call responsibilities for an always-on 24x7 site
- Lead by example and share knowledge with the team
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)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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