eBay

Sr Software Engineer, Kafka

India

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
E-commerceIndustries

Job Description

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts.

Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet.

Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a key resource for Kafka expertise, offering direct guidance and creating materials to help other technologists improve their proficiency with designing and implementing applications using Kafka.
  • Collaborate with other members of the Data Warehouse team to understand data inflow needs required to support reporting and analytics.
  • Collaborate with members of teams building event-driven applications and the Data Engineering team to ensure that the necessary inputs to data pipelines are being provided in a consumable manner.
  • Support Kafka-related initiatives relating to security, software currency, availability, and data governance.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize existing Kafka infrastructure and data flows to ensure that applications are able to execute against Kafka in a scalable, reliable, and efficient manner.

Company Information

TCGplayer, a subsidiary company of eBay, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.

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Skills

Kafka
Data Warehousing
Data Engineering
Event-Driven Architecture
Data Pipelines
Security
Data Governance
Monitoring
Troubleshooting
Optimization
Scalability
Reliability
Efficiency

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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