Senior NodeJS Backend Engineer at eBay

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
E-commerce, Marketing TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • 6+ years of experience in backend development with a focus on Node.js and JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Expertise in building and consuming RESTful and GraphQL APIs
  • Strong proficiency in relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
  • Experience with cloud-native development on AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Hands-on experience integrating with LLMs (e.g., GPT, Claude), embedding models, vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, Weaviate, FAISS), and prompt engineering techniques
  • Solid understanding of agent frameworks, tools, and design patterns for autonomous AI behavior
  • Knowledge of API authentication, authorization (OAuth, JWT), and security best practices
  • Preferred
  • Experience with LangChain, LangGraph, Semantic Kernel, or similar orchestration frameworks
  • Familiarity with front-end frameworks (React, Vue)
  • Knowledge of event-driven architectures and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)
  • Experience with containerization

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable Node.js services for real-time AI-driven applications
  • Implement systems that interact with AI models and services such as OpenAI (GPT), Anthropic (Claude), and others
  • Apply agent design patterns and leverage frameworks like LangGraph and LangChain to orchestrate multi-step workflows and reasoning tasks
  • Develop robust prompt interfaces, retrieval-augmented generation pipelines, and context-aware query structures
  • Design and implement context-aware AI services leveraging the Model Context Protocol for effective orchestration and input management
  • Architect distributed systems that are secure, fault-tolerant, and horizontally scalable
  • Work with data scientists, product managers, and fellow engineers to translate requirements into technical deliverables
  • Implement unit tests, integration tests, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for deployment and automation
  • Contribute to technical documentation, system diagrams, and design specifications
  • Participate in peer reviews and provide guidance to junior developers

Skills

Node.js
APIs
LLMs
OpenAI
Anthropic
LangGraph
LangChain
Prompt Engineering
RAG
Agent Frameworks

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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