Software Engineer 2

eBay is seeking a Software Engineer 2 in San Jose, CA to help define, design, and deliver scalable distributed systems and microservices for the Value-Added Services (VAS) platform. The role combines backend development with user-facing interface work, along with engineering reviews and reliability-focused development practices.

Responsibilities

• Define, design, and implement highly scalable, resilient, and performant distributed systems.
• Create clear and well-documented design docs and participate in design and code reviews.
• Follow the Definition of Done (DoD) process to support quality, including maintaining over 80% unit test coverage and other release criteria standards.
• Build technical and domain expertise and apply it to solve product challenges.
• Use PromQL with Sherlock to analyze application status and support optimal uptime and performance across microservices.
• Use Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot to architect and implement microservices for the VAS platform.
• Employ NoSQL technologies such as MongoDB and Redis alongside SQL databases to manage diverse data requirements and improve application performance.
• Use JUnit for unit testing and TestNG to develop integration tests, supporting a comprehensive testing framework.
• Design and implement user-facing interfaces using JavaScript, React, and Marko for the VAS platform.
• Use Java to architect experience service layers that orchestrate downstream responses and format outputs for seamless integration across iOS, Android, and web clients.
• Perform partial telecommuting from within a commutable distance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field, plus one year of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
• One year of experience designing and developing large-scale software applications using Object-Oriented Design and Java.
• One year of experience with core computer science foundations, including data structures, algorithms, OOPs, and OOA/D.
• One year of experience building data-driven applications, such as RDBMS, NoSQL, and ElasticSearch.
• One year of experience designing and developing microservices.
• One year of experience with REST API framework.
• One year of experience with GraphQL.
• One year of experience delivering results in fast-paced environments using agile methodologies, Test Driven Development, and CI/CD.
• One year of experience with Spring or Spring Boot to design and implement microservices.
• One year of experience with messaging systems.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Remote roles are not eligible for U.S. visa sponsorship.

Technology Stack

• PromQL, Sherlock
• Java, Kotlin, Spring Boot, Spring
• MongoDB, Redis, SQL databases
• JUnit, TestNG
• JavaScript, React, Marko
• iOS, Android, web clients
• Object-Oriented Design, data structures, algorithms, OOPs, OOA/D
• RDBMS, NoSQL, ElasticSearch
• Microservices, REST API framework, GraphQL
• Agile methodologies, Test Driven Development, CI/CD
• Messaging systems

Compensation and Additional Information

• Salary range: USD 137,669 - 196,500 per year.
• Base pay may vary based on factors including location, skills, and experience.
• Total compensation may include a target bonus and restricted stock units, as applicable, plus a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off such as PTO and parental leave).
• Employment is an “at-will position,” and the Company may modify base salary and other discretionary compensation programs at any time, including for reasons related to performance, department/team performance, and market factors.
• eBay is an equal opportunity employer.
• If accommodation is needed, contact [email protected].