Staff Product Designer - Design Systems at eBay

Portland, Oregon, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

EcommerceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 8+ years of professional experience in User Experience Design, Visual Design, Interaction Design, or a related field, with a focus on design systems. Strong communication and collaboration skills are required, along with the ability to drive alignment across teams and proactively influence decision-making. Familiarity with front-end development technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is also necessary, as is proficiency with design and prototyping tools like Figma.

Responsibilities

The Staff Product Designer - Design Systems will partner with cross-functional domain teams to assess needs, define and align to business goals, and audit product flows, ensuring consistent application of the design system across product features. They will develop and refine eBay’s design system in innovative ways, contributing to its evolution and building solutions that set discipline standards, enhance team efficiencies, and maintain a high standard of design excellence. The role involves prototyping and delivering high-fidelity visuals to demonstrate the design system’s capabilities, mentoring fellow designers, and staying up-to-date with industry trends to continuously improve the system.

Skills

Design Systems

User Experience Design

Interaction Design

Systems Design

Visual Design

Content Creation

Motion Design

Product Design

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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