Senior Data Engineer at eBay

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

eBay Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Ecommerce, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Extensive experience with Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, and other relevant streaming technologies
  • Proficiency in Hadoop ecosystems such as Hive, Iceberg, Spark SQL
  • Good understanding of Apache Airflow for orchestrating complex computational workflows and data processing pipelines
  • Proven ability to design and implement automated data pipelines and materialized views
  • Proficiency in Python, Unix or similar languages
  • Good understanding of SQL (Oracle, SQL Server or similar)
  • Java + Spring Boot: Build and maintain microservices
  • Ops & CI/CD: Monitoring (Prometheus/Grafana), logging, pipelines (Jenkins/GitHub Actions)
  • Core Engineering: Data structures/algorithms, testing (JUnit/pytest), Git, clean code
  • Cloud Native: Docker, Kubernetes (deploy, network, scale, troubleshoot)
  • 6+ years of directly applicable experience
  • BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines in Hadoop and related ecosystems, ensuring data reliability, scalability, and performance
  • Implement data ETL processes for batch and streaming analytics requirements
  • Optimize and troubleshoot distributed systems for ingestion, storage, and processing
  • Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and platform engineers to align solutions with business needs
  • Ensure data security, integrity, and compliance throughout the infrastructure
  • Maintain documentation and contribute to architecture reviews
  • Participate in incident response and operational excellence initiatives for the data warehouse
  • Continuously learn and apply new Hadoop ecosystem tools and data technologies

Skills

Hadoop
Apache Kafka
Apache Flink
ETL
Data Pipelines
Big Data
Streaming Analytics
Batch Processing
Distributed 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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