Senior Engineering Manager

About the job

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.

Role: Senior Engineering Manager

Overview:

Join a world-class team of engineers, designers, product managers, and analysts at eBay, working on one of the world's most trafficked and loved websites. Our team is dedicated to crafting products that make a significant impact.

As a leader, you will guide a talented full-stack team focused on backend and frontend engineering to own the My eBay and Charity engineering teams to achieve strategic objectives aligned with eBay's Buyer & Community Engineering organization. The ideal leader for this role will set a strategic vision, focusing on high-impact technical investments, reducing technical debt, and enhancing delivery speed. They will integrate teams, fostering a culture of engineering excellence to streamline deployments and decrease engineering friction. Cross-functional collaboration is crucial; the manager will work closely with Core Tech, SRE, and other domains at eBay to develop new methods and share technology roadmaps, driving initiatives that impact the business. Responsibilities include overseeing engineering operations to align with eBay's standards, mentoring engineering talent to champion excellence, and delivering solutions that enhance customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a dedicated full-stack engineering team to deliver strategic roadmap for My eBay and Charity domains.
• Provide tailored mentorship and guidance to foster your team members development, adapting your approach to suit individual needs.
• Establish collaborative, inclusive teams that thrive in delivering high-quality software.
• Take ownership of team deliverables, ensuring the development and delivery of high-maintenance, reliable software.
• Maintain a healthy and prioritized backlog, aligning with team goals for maximum impact.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers and business units to innovate and scale the next generation of products.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience managing teams of developers, particularly in a high-velocity environment.
• Participate in code reviews, drive technical design discussions and be able to guide and influence decisions based on KPIs.
• Expertise in building large-scale distributed systems that prioritize high availability, scalability, and resilience.
• Experience in Agile teams with the ability to adapt to new areas and changes.
• Strong communication skills to clearly articulate thoughts and proposals.
• Familiarity with eCommerce is considered an advantage.
• Dedication to delivering results with excellence, demonstrated through 10 years of work experience and 5+ years of team management.

Why Join Us

Shape the future of e-commerce through innovative and user-centered design practices. Work closely with executive leadership to drive impactful changes that delight our clients. Be a pivotal part of a transformative journey at eBay, building a culture that blends architectural excellence with agility.

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