Senior Backend 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.

eBay is a global commerce leader that allows you to shape how the world buys, sells, and gives. You'll be part of a work culture that's been genuinely committed to diversity and inclusion since its founding 30 years ago. We are looking for people with drive, ideas, and a passion for helping small businesses succeed to help shape the future of eBay -- does this sound like you? If so, we'd love to talk to you!

About the Team and the Role
Join the growing eBay's Live Team as a Full Stack Software Engineer, where you'll be decisive at reducing the seller friction on our nascent platform. Our lively team is dedicated to crafting impactful projects that prioritize quality and efficiency, all within a supportive work/life balanced culture. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to shape and build technical solutions end to end while collaborating closely with our product managers.
What You Will Accomplish

• Drive the development of product features from conception to deployment, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate closely with product managers to refine features, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs.
• Engage in cross-functional collaboration, contributing to team success and eBay Live overall objectives.
• Pursue continuous learning and growth opportunities, staying adaptable to new technologies and practices.
• Foster an inclusive and innovative team environment, supporting diverse perspectives and ideas.

What You Will Bring:

• Proficiency in Java development, with a keen interest or experience in Scala.
• Expertise with Flink and Spark to build high performing data processing solutions.
• Strong coding skills, with a passion for exploring diverse technologies to solve problems effectively.
• A product-focused mindset, understanding the broader impact of technical decisions on user experience and business outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, facilitating collaboration within the team and across departments.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive work culture, valuing diverse perspectives and ideas.

The base pay range for this position is expected in the range below:
$190,400 - $254,200

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.

Please see the Talent Privacy Notice for information regarding how eBay handles your personal data collected when you use the eBay Careers website or apply for a job with eBay.

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. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The eBay Jobs website uses cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies. Visit our Privacy Center for more information.