Software Development Manager, eBay
$149.2-234.8k
Office located in San Jose, CA
Leading online marketplace
Be an early applicant
Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$149.2-234.8k
Office located in San Jose, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- 10+ years of software design and development experience, solid foundation in computer science with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design
- 5+ years of experience managing hard-working teams of various team sizes
- Excellent understanding of distributed systems and service oriented architecture along with web services and related standards like REST/JSON
- Affluent in Agile development experience and setting stringent engineering standards
- Driven and overseen design decisions that optimize system functionality and performance
- Drive large scale projects spanning multiple team and over few quarters
- Skilled at delegating appropriate work to others and proactively driven execution
- Self-motivated and fast learner. Excellence in communication, presentation, interpersonal and analytical skills
- Familiarity with Front end frameworks like Node and react
- BSCS or BSEE or other equivalent technical degree or equivalent experience
What the job involves
- We are looking for a strong engineering leader who will manage a hard-working team and who will bring in clarity to the team, who can effectively collaborate with partners, who will build positive energy and who can help unblock
- Collaborate and influence technical and business leaders to build innovative and yet simple software solutions for complex business problems
- Define, design and drive execution with the team building multi-tier distributed software systems solving a variety of business problems
- Sets the technical strategy, vision and road-map for the team
- Work on various product initiatives and be a driver in the definition of product direction
- Creates/leads complex projects that may span multiple quarters Understands & applies key business metrics for their area to inform product and technical decisions and trade-offs and clearly communicates these to partners
- Estimate engineering effort, plan implementation, and rollout for complex fee compute and charging systems
- Sets clear priorities and accountability that support our customers, and owns the outcomes of the team’s work
- Multiplies the effectiveness of others by facilitating effective cross-team work
- Coach, mentor and support meritocracy and individualism. Let individual uniqueness and talents broaden perspectives and influence
- Empower inclusive leadership so that everyone, regardless of background or industry experience, feels valued, empowered and engaged
- Establish a safe space for individuals and teams to challenge existing assumptions and mindsets (could be develops teams)
Our take
Founded in 1995 as an online auction platform primarily catering to collectibles, eBay quickly emerged as a pioneer in connecting buyers and sellers in the digital realm. This early success propelled eBay to become to globally recognized leader it is today.
In the present landscape, eBay competes with industry giants like Amazon within the C2C eCommerce sector. However, eBay distinguishes itself by fostering an environment where businesses can cultivate and promote their brands on the platform, offering a tailored, community-driven experience for both sellers and buyers. By championing small businesses, eBay attracts sellers and socially conscious consumers, positioning itself in stark contrast to Amazon's corporate image.
The rising consumer interest in sustainability has presented economic opportunities for eBay, particularly as younger demographics gravitate toward purchasing pre-owned items. in response, eBay has directed its marketing efforts toward Gen Z customers and formed partnerships with cultural phenomena like Love Island, further solidifying its appeal among contemporary audiences.
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back within 2 weeks
13% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive health and wellness program designed to meet your unique needs.
- We strive to provide programs that help support both mind and body, including quality healthcare insurance, wellness programs and preventative care.
- Stock Purchase Plans
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Stock Awards
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- Credit Union Memberships
- Balancing work & life - eBay believes in providing you with the opportunity to be your best self in your professional and personal life. In addition to supporting flexible workstyles including hybrid and remote, eBay offers 4 weeks of paid sabbatical time for every 5 years of service
- Giving back to our community - We provide our employees around the globe with opportunities to have a positive impact on their local communities. Through the eBay Foundation, our company matches donations to eligible nonprofits up to $10,000 per employee per year. And our employee-led volunteer groups organize local giving and volunteering activities throughout the world
Company HQ
Greylands, San Jose, CA
Articles
Leadership
Jamie Iannone
(CEO, not founder)Studied at Princeton and Stanford University. Held executive roles at Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and The Children's Place, before becoming CEO of eBay in April 2020.
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