Sr. MTS Software Engineer at eBay

San Jose, California, United States

eBay Logo
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

Skills

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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