Sr. Engineering Manager at eBay

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Ecommerce, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

8+ years of software engineering experience, including 3–5+ years leading full-stack or platform teams in large-scale, customer-facing environments
Proven track record in building and scaling distributed systems using cloud platforms such as AWS
Strong hands-on expertise with MongoDB, including schema design, indexing, and performance optimization
Deep understanding of service and API development (REST/GraphQL), observability, and event-driven architectures
Experience delivering client software across Web, iOS, and Android using modern technologies (React/Next.js, Swift/SwiftUI, Kotlin/Jetpack)
Demonstrated excellence in people leadership, fostering inclusive, collaborative teams and effective performance management
Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience
Hybrid role based in Amsterdam with a preference for in-office collaboration 3 days per week

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of full-stack engineers, building scalable, reliable, and secure systems that serve eBay’s sellers
Guide technical architecture across services and client applications, ensuring reliability, scalability, security, and cost efficiency
Oversee CI/CD, blue/green and canary deployments, and production operations including monitoring, alerting, and incident response
Drive the development and integration of robust APIs and event-driven systems, ensuring observability and strong service contracts
Partner cross-functionally with product, platform, security, and mobile/web teams to deliver aligned, high-impact solutions
Champion engineering standards around testing, documentation, accessibility, and code quality to ensure long-term maintainability
Hire, develop, and support engineering talent through coaching, feedback, and clear career growth pathways

Skills

Full-Stack Engineering

Technical Architecture

CI/CD

Blue/Green Deployments

Canary Deployments

APIs

Event-Driven Systems

Observability

Monitoring

Alerting

Incident Response

Scalability

Security

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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