Software Engineer, Search Ranking

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Kleinmachnow, Brandenburg, DEU
In-Office
Senior level
eCommerce • Retail
The Role
Build next-generation search advertising products at scale. Responsibilities include defining search monetization engineering standards, collaborating with scientists and product managers to deploy scalable algorithmic logic, and creating robust data pipelines, real-time monitoring, and optimization algorithms. The role requires expertise in software engineering, large-scale backend services, big data processing, algorithms, and related technologies.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

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.

We need strong engineers to join us and build the next generation of search products in eBay search. If you enjoy the scale and technical complexity of advertising and want to work closely with researchers yet drive the highest standards on system quality, join now. Help us redefine advertising at eBay.

About the team and the role:

The Search Ads Team is a large contributor to eBay’s advertising program and drives a significant portion of revenue. We are growing at a rapid pace and committed to building a stellar team. We are a team where people who do things differently and win are rewarded and grow. We prioritize reaching goals and being industrious; the ambiance is easygoing and entertaining. We get things done that make a difference.

What you will accomplish:
  • Drive the search monetization technical vision by incorporating and developing software engineering processes and standards to enhance eBay’s buying experience.

  • Collaborate with scientists and product managers to deploy complex yet scalable core algorithmic logic.

  • Create robust data pipelines and real-time monitoring and optimization algorithms.

What you will bring:
  • 4+ years of software design and development experience, solid foundation in computer science with strong proficiencies in data structures, functional programming, algorithms, OOPs, and Software Design

  • Experience in designing and operating big data processing pipelines, such as: Hadoop, Spark, Hive, ETL

  • 3+ years of software development experience in building large scale Web Services and Backend Applications using Java, C++, Scala, and related technologies

  • Background or interest in mathematics or machine learning

  • Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration, and influencing skills

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering or equivalent professional experience, with 5+ years of experience,

  • Masters degree in computer science/engineering or equivalent professional experience, with 3+ years of experience.

Additional Details

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 [email protected]. 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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Skills Required

  • 4+ years of software design and development experience
  • Strong foundation in computer science, including data structures, functional programming, algorithms, object-oriented programming, and software design
  • Experience designing and operating big data processing pipelines using technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Hive, and ETL
  • 3+ years of software development experience building large-scale web services and backend applications
  • Experience with Java, C++, Scala, or related technologies
  • Background or interest in mathematics or machine learning
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration, and influencing skills
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering, or equivalent professional experience, with 5+ years of experience
  • Master's degree in computer science or engineering, or equivalent professional experience, with 3+ years of experience

eBay Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about eBay and has not been reviewed or approved by eBay.

  • Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin on the date of hire, complemented by mental health resources, an EAP, disability coverage, FSAs, and wellness initiatives.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — A robust mix of PTO, paid holidays, flexible work styles, parental leave, and a four‑week paid sabbatical after five years supports work‑life balance.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Total compensation commonly includes stock components, with access to an employee stock purchase plan at a discount and stock awards enhancing overall packages.

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The Company
HQ: San Jose, CA
26,035 Employees

What We Do

eBay Inc. is a global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world. We exist to enable economic opportunity for individuals, entrepreneurs, businesses and organizations of all sizes. Our portfolio of brands includes eBay Marketplace and eBay Classifieds Group, operating in 190 markets around the world. We offer sellers the ability to grow a business with little barrier to entry regardless of size, background or geographic location. We never compete with our sellers. We win when our sellers succeed. Buyers who shop on our Marketplace and Classifieds platforms enjoy a highly personalized experience with an unparalleled selection at great value.

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