Sr. Data Engineer

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Toronto, ON, CAN
In-Office
Senior level
eCommerce • Retail
The Role
Design, develop, and own scalable real-time and batch data pipelines using Kafka, Spark, Flink, Airflow, Databricks, and AWS. Implement data quality frameworks, oversee projects from design through long-term support, identify scalability risks, document systems, and collaborate with data science, product, and engineering teams to guide technical roadmaps.
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.

Company Overview

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 strategic vision is to become the best global marketplace through a tech-led reimagination, focusing on a culture that encourages passion, courage, and imagination. Join a purpose-driven community dedicated to creating an ambitious and inclusive workplace where you can shape the future of global commerce.

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented and passionate Data Engineer to join our team to architect, design, and develop innovative, high-performance, and scalable data pipelines. In this role, you will be at the core of eBay’s data ecosystem, building the infrastructure that enables real-time insights and powers personalized experiences for millions of users. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies like Flink, Spark, and Databricks to handle massive volumes of data where performance, reliability, and accuracy are of utmost importance.

Primary Job Responsibilities
  • Pipeline Development: Design and develop robust, scalable real-time and batch data pipelines using Kafka, Spark, and Flink.

  • Data Orchestration: Build and manage complex workflow orchestrations using Airflow to ensure timely and reliable data processing.

  • Data Quality: Implement and maintain automated data quality frameworks using Monte Carlo or Great Expectations to ensure high-fidelity data across the platform.

  • Cloud Architecture: Leverage Databricks and AWS to build cloud-native data solutions that improve development efficiency and system performance.

  • Project Ownership: Own major data engineering projects from the design phase through coding, testing, deployment, and long-term support.

  • Collaboration: Work effectively across multi-functional teams, including Data Science, Product, and other engineering leads, to provide data-driven guidance on roadmap items.

  • Risk Mitigation: Identify technical risks, foresee scalability challenges, and proactively propose solutions or architectural improvements.

  • Technical Excellence: Advocate for continuous improvement of the technology stack and maintain detailed documentation for all systems and pipelines.

Job Requirements

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Requirements

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience.

Experience

3+ years of professional experience in software design and development, specifically in data pipelines and backend services.

Languages

Proficiency in Python, Java, and Scala, with a strong foundation in data structures and multithreading.

Data Tools

Expertise in distributed processing frameworks: Kafka, Spark, and Flink.

Platform

Hands-on experience with Databricks and AWS cloud environments.

Workflow & Quality

Experience with Airflow for orchestration and DBT for transformation.

Observability

Familiarity with data reliability tools such as Monte Carlo or Great Expectations.

Architecture

Solid understanding of distributed system design, relational databases, and NoSQL technologies.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools like JIRA.

  • Experience in the e-commerce or payments domain is a plus.

  • Proven track record of architecting common libraries and patterns used in large-scale applications.

  • Advanced knowledge of model-view-controller (MVC) and object-oriented design paradigms.

Additional Details

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within 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, 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.


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Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience
  • 3+ years of professional experience in software design and development, specifically data pipelines and backend services
  • Proficiency in Python, Java, and Scala
  • Strong foundation in data structures and multithreading
  • Expertise with Kafka, Spark, and Flink
  • Hands-on experience with Databricks and AWS cloud environments
  • Experience with Airflow for orchestration and DBT for transformation
  • Familiarity with Monte Carlo or Great Expectations
  • Understanding of distributed system design, relational databases, and NoSQL technologies
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and JIRA
  • Experience in e-commerce or payments
  • Experience architecting common libraries and patterns for large-scale applications
  • Advanced knowledge of MVC and object-oriented design paradigms

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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