eBay

Senior Staff Software Engineer, Purchase

Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Ecommerce, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a relevant bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 12 years of industry experience, or a relevant master’s degree and nine years of experience; experience in object-oriented software development with C# and .NET Core is required, along with expertise in high-volume production systems design, considering high availability, disaster recovery, performance, fault tolerance, and security. Knowledge of RDBMS technologies (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL stores (Redis, MongoDB, Elasticsearch) is essential, as is expertise in event/stream processing mechanisms such as Kafka, AWS SNS/SQS, RabbitMQ, or AzureBus.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer, you will set architectural direction for the team and broader organization, leading the migration to a domain-driven microservice architecture and developing code that meets requirements and aligns with standard processes through code reviews and expert guidance. You will create clear documentation and diagrams, develop technical requirements based on business needs, and participate in the Principal’s Guild to establish technical direction and design patterns. Furthermore, you will mentor talented engineers toward growth in business impact and career development.

Skills

Software Architecture
System Design
Scaling
Team Leadership
Cart and Checkout Systems
Ecommerce Platforms
Migration from Monolithic Architectures

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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