Sr. MTS Software Engineer at eBay

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Ecommerce, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Deep technical expertise in software engineering
Product-first mindset
Senior individual contributor experience
Ability to design and deliver scalable and resilient search infrastructure
Experience partnering with engineering leadership, product teams, and cross-functional stakeholders
Mentoring and technical guidance skills for senior engineers
Ability to champion innovation, velocity, and excellence

Responsibilities

Own and drive complex, high-impact technical projects end-to-end across multiple teams or domains
Set the technical direction and long-term architecture for systems aligned with company strategy
Define and uphold engineering standards, reviewing critical designs and code across teams
Identify and mitigate technical risks before they become execution issues
Tackle complex, ambiguous, and large-scale technical challenges that span multiple teams
Collaborate with product, cross-functional engineering teams, and data scientists to align on business goals and technical execution
Influence multiple stakeholders and drive alignment on technical decisions
Mentor senior engineers and provide technical guidance to help them grow
Promote a culture of learning, innovation, and engineering excellence
Participate in hiring and team development, influencing talent strategy
Translate company or organizational goals into actionable engineering plans
Deliver high-quality results under tight timelines, often in ambiguous or evolving conditions
Make data-informed tradeoffs and lead postmortem reviews and long-term fixes for critical issues
Stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate best practices

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary or compensation for this Sr. MTS Software Engineer role?

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Is this position remote or does it require office work?

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What skills and experience are required for this role?

The role requires deep technical expertise, a product-first mindset, ability to own and drive complex high-impact technical projects end-to-end, set technical direction and long-term architecture, define engineering standards, review critical designs and code, and identify and mitigate technical risks.

What is the company culture like at eBay's Search Services team?

The team fosters an environment that rewards calculated risk taking, encourages professional development, and cultivates a collaborative and engaging team culture, with values centered on authenticity, bold ideas, bringing unique selves to work, and joining passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers.

What makes a strong candidate for this Sr. MTS Software Engineer position?

Strong candidates combine deep technical expertise with a product-first mindset, excel as senior individual contributors in designing scalable search infrastructure, partner with leadership and cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and drive innovation, velocity, and excellence.

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