Platform Engineer at eBay

Milan, Lombardy, Italy

eBay Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
E-commerce, Fashion, Apparel, LuxuryIndustries

Requirements

  • Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-grade cloud architectures, with at least 3 years of experience on Microsoft Azure
  • Advanced knowledge of Kubernetes, Helm Charts, Operators, and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
  • Strong proficiency in Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code principles
  • Experience in containerized application development (Docker) and high-performance CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, Jenkins)
  • Proven understanding of cloud security, scalability, and reliability for platforms handling millions of daily accesses
  • Familiarity with microservices architecture, Java/Spring Boot, Node.js or Python, and both SQL and NoSQL databases
  • Hands-on experience

Responsibilities

  • Drive the evolutionary design and development of the Certilogo Cloud Platform across public and internal eBay-managed clouds
  • Partner closely with the Platform Tech Lead and Certilogo Brand Success Team to design and implement integrations between Certilogo and client systems
  • Deliver secure, scalable, and efficient infrastructure solutions using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and best-of-breed cloud technologies
  • Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and automation tools to accelerate feature delivery
  • Contribute to Agile team processes, supporting continuous improvement and high-quality software delivery
  • Apply expertise in cloud-native development, microservices, and modern programming frameworks to deliver new features and platform enhancements

Skills

AI
SaaS
Platform Engineering
Authentication
Mobile Development
E-commerce
Product Digitization

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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