MTS 2, Software Engineer, Data Platform at eBay

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Ecommerce, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

8+ years of distributed systems or data platform experience
Proven ability to design and deliver critical systems with impact
Proficiency in Java/Python, CI/CD, and containerized environments
Hands-on expertise in tools like Kafka/Flink, Spark, Delta/Iceberg, Kubernetes, NoSQL/columnar stores
Experience in streaming and batch data platforms
Strong foundation in algorithms and distributed design
BS/MS in CS or equivalent experience
Experience designing large-scale distributed systems (compute, storage, APIs, streaming)
Ability to independently deliver complex projects from requirements to production
Systems thinker who anticipates bottlenecks, schema evolution, and reliability issues
Strong communication skills to influence cross-team technical outcomes
Growth mindset with curiosity to learn new technologies

Responsibilities

Own and deliver major components of eBay’s Data Platforms — from design through production rollout
Design and evolve distributed systems powering ingestion, streaming, lakehouse/warehouse, catalog, and governance
Contribute to long-term architecture through design reviews and authoring architecture design documents, ensuring scalability and resilience
Build systems that balance latency, correctness, and cost while ensuring security and compliance
Drive operational excellence for services you own, including observability and incident response
Collaborate across product, infra, and analytics teams to align execution with business needs
Learn and grow in areas like governance, orchestration, and privacy engineering

Skills

Spark

Flink

Hadoop

Distributed Systems

Data Platforms

Cloud Data Technologies

Scalable Systems

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

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Risks

Niche e-commerce platforms like StockX and Poshmark may draw away eBay's customers.

Social media platforms with shopping features could divert traffic from eBay.

Direct-to-consumer brands bypassing marketplaces may reduce eBay's seller base.

Differentiation

eBay offers a unique auction-style listing alongside 'Buy It Now' options.

The platform provides robust buyer and seller protections, enhancing trust in transactions.

eBay's vast product selection includes new, refurbished, and second-hand items.

Upsides

eBay's acquisition of GSI Commerce strengthens its position as a global commerce partner.

The rise of social commerce offers eBay opportunities to integrate social shopping features.

Increased focus on sustainability aligns with eBay's refurbished and second-hand product categories.

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