Director Data Science & Data Engineering at eBay

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

eCommerceIndustries

Requirements

12+ years of experience in data science or analytics roles
5+ years of experience leading teams
Strong SQL and Python skills
Experience with large language models (LLMs) and prompt engineering
Proven ability to translate complex findings into actionable insights
Experience with product analytics and taxonomy design
Ability to collaborate effectively across functions

Responsibilities

Lead and inspire a cross-functional team of data scientists, analysts, and engineers
Transform Product Data into Insights: Conduct deep-dive SQL and Python analyses to uncover opportunities in taxonomy, ontology, and catalog structure
Harness the Power of Generative AI: Use prompt engineering and LLMs to create innovative tools for classification, taxonomy validation, and data enrichment
Build & Evaluate AI/ML Models: Design frameworks to evaluate product knowledge models, semantic embeddings, and ML-based categorization systems
Drive Data-Informed Strategy: Translate complex findings into clear, actionable insights for Product and Engineering teams. Influence roadmap decisions on entity resolution, catalog optimization, and knowledge graph development
Partner Across Functions: Collaborate closely with Applied Research, Engineering, and Product teams to build and deploy high-impact data and AI solutions at scale
Experiment & Innovate Fast: Prototype quickly, validate hypotheses, and iterate on structured data and AI-driven solutions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SQLPythonLLMsPrompt EngineeringGenerative AIML ModelsProduct AnalyticsTaxonomy DesignSemantic EmbeddingsKnowledge Graph

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Director Data Science & Data Engineering role?

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Is this position remote or does it require office work?

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What skills are required for this Director role?

Required skills include 12+ years in data science or analytics, 5+ years leading teams, strong SQL and Python skills, experience with LLMs and prompt engineering, product analytics, taxonomy design, and cross-functional collaboration.

What is the company culture like at eBay for this role?

eBay is committed to connecting people, building communities, and creating economic opportunity, with the role in the Product Knowledge org focusing on innovation in next-gen search, recommendations, and generative AI.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has 12+ years in data science or analytics, 5+ years leading teams, strong SQL/Python skills, LLM/prompt engineering experience, and the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies while collaborating cross-functionally.

eBay

Global online marketplace for buying and selling

About eBay

eBay is an online marketplace where individuals and businesses can buy and sell a wide range of products, including electronics, fashion, and collectibles. Users can list items for auction or use the 'Buy It Now' option for immediate purchases. eBay stands out from competitors with its vast selection, user-friendly interface, and strong buyer and seller protections, including free shipping on many items. The company's goal is to facilitate seamless transactions while generating revenue through transaction fees, advertising, and subscription services.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1995Year Founded

$6.5MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees