MTS 1, Software Engineer

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.

About the team and the role:

eBay, Inc. seeks MTS 1, Software Engineer in Austin, TX

What you will accomplish:
Job Duties: Analyze software architecture, and utilize data to prepare design, and develop robust software applications and features using programming tools such as Java, J2EE, Python, C#, and distributed systems. Create scalable and reliable software solutions for billing and payment processes, translating requirements into technical specifications and designs. Create and implement new coding and programming sequences and maintain a cadence of building, testing, and continuously deploying code, utilizing experience with design patterns and experience working in a layered architecture. Identify and implement improvements to enhance transaction speed and accuracy using data-driven insights. Develop APls and interfaces for seamless integration with internal systems and third-party providers, ensuring interoperability. Work with other engineers, managers, product management, quality assurance, and operations teams to develop innovative solutions that meet market needs concerning functionality, performance, scalability, reliability, realistic implementation schedules, and alignment with development goals and principles. Estimate engineering effort, plan implementation, and roll out system changes. Conduct thorough testing and implement automated frameworks to ensure functionality, reliability, and security of tools. Drive architecture discussions, produce well-documented design docs, and participate in design and code reviews. Ensure code quality and maintainability by evolving architecture and tech stack, refactoring, standards, and improving build and test systems. Partial telecommuting permitted from within a commutable distance.

What you will bring:
Minimum Requirements: Master's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field plus two years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering or a closely related field plus five years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.

Special Skill Requirements:

• Java & J2EE/JavaEE - core backend programming expertise (2 years)
• Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Core, Spring Batch, Spring Transaction Manager) - enterprise application development (2 years)
• SQL & Relational Databases (MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL) - schema design, stored procedures, and optimization (2 years)
• RESTful APIs & SOAP/Web Services - designing, building, and consuming secure, scalable APIs (2 years)
• ORM Frameworks (Hibernate, JPA) - efficient database interaction and persistence (2 years)
• Web Technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX) - front-end integration and cross-browser compatibility (2 years)
• DevOps Tools (Maven, Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform) - CI/CD, deployments, and infrastructure automation (2 years)
• Testing Frameworks (JUnit, Selenium, Cucumber, Postman) - unit, integration, and automation testing (2 years)
• Messaging/Streaming Systems (Kafka, JMS, RabbitMQ, Amazon SQS) - event-driven and distributed system design (2 years)
• Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, PCF) - cloud-native architecture, scalability, and compliance (2 years)

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Additional Details

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable) in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Remote roles are not eligible for U.S. visa sponsorship.

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. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities.

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