Sr, Software Engineering Manager

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Dublin, IRL
In-Office
Senior level
eCommerce • Retail
The Role
Lead a full-stack engineering team building experimentation and data platform capabilities. Mentor engineers, own deliverables, prioritize a healthy backlog, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver scalable, reliable distributed systems. Drive performance, reliability, and platform scalability while fostering an inclusive, high-performing team.
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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.

About eBay

eBay is a global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world. Our mission is to empower people and create economic opportunity for all. At eBay, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where innovation thrives and everyone has the opportunity to make an impact

Job Description:

Cloud Data Technologies (CDT) team at eBay is responsible for all the data infrastructure and management of E2E data lifecycle from data ingestion to data consumption for all eBay data supporting both onsite to analytics use cases. 

As a Sr. Software Engineering Manager you will guide a talented full-stack engineering team focused on building experimentation and data platform capabilities. You'll play a pivotal role in projects that drive platform functionality, performance, reliability, and scalability. This position requires strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively across multiple domains and teams. This is the right role for someone who is as passionate about building high performing engineering teams unlocking business value that data and data informed decision making creates for the organization.

What you will accomplish:

  • Lead a dedicated full-stack engineering team to build experimentation and data platforms. 

  • 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.

What you will bring:

  • Proven experience managing teams of developers, particularly in a high-velocity environment.

  • 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 Data Platforms, Experimentation is considered an advantage

  • Dedication to delivering results with excellence, demonstrated through 10 years of work experience and 5+ years of team management.

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

  • 10 years of work experience
  • 5+ years of team management
  • Proven experience managing teams of developers in a high-velocity environment
  • Expertise building large-scale distributed systems prioritizing high availability, scalability, and resilience
  • Experience working on Agile teams
  • Strong communication skills
  • Familiarity with Data Platforms and Experimentation

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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