Senior MTS, Architect

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 the RoleAt eBay, we’re redefining global commerce through technology. Our platform powers millions of daily interactions across 190+ markets, enabling seamless buying experiences for customers worldwide.Join our Core Buyer Engineering team to build innovative, scalable systems that shape the future of ecommerce.As a Senior MTS – Architect (Senior Staff Software Engineer), you will lead the design and development of large-scale, distributed systems that power eBay’s buyer experience.You will drive technical strategy, architecture, and innovation, while mentoring engineers and influencing cross-team engineering decisions to deliver high-performance, reliable, and accessible systems.You will leverage strong backend expertise in Java or Kotlin (mandatory) to build and scale mission-critical services.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and evolve scalable, distributed, and highly available systemsDevelop high-performance backend services using Java/KotlinEnsure reliability, performance, and accessibility across the platformTranslate complex business problems into clean, scalable technical solutionsOwn and drive architecture for large functional domainsEstablish and guide engineering best practices and design standardsDefine and influence technical strategy and long-term roadmapsBalance short-term delivery with long-term scalability and innovationPartner with Product, Design, and Data teams to deliver impactful solutionsMentor engineers, conduct design/code reviews, and elevate engineering qualityDrive testable, maintainable, and high-quality code using modern engineering practicesLead release processes, reliability initiatives, and on-call for a 24/7 platformIdentify system and productivity bottlenecks and drive improvementsDesign systems with flexibility to support evolving business needsQualificationsTechnical ExpertiseExpert-level backend development experience in Java or Kotlin (mandatory)Proven experience building and scaling distributed, high-availability systemsStrong system design expertise (APIs, messaging systems, databases, cloud infrastructure)Experience driving architecture and technical strategy across teamsFamiliarity with modern DevOps practices and Shift-Left approachesExperience10+ years of software engineering experienceProven track record of leading large-scale, complex system deliveryExperience driving cross-team technical initiatives end-to-endEducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)Soft Skills & LeadershipStrong decision-making skills in ambiguous and fast-paced environmentsHigh ownership, accountability, and excellent communication skillsProven ability to influence and align stakeholders across teamsPassion for mentoring and building strong engineering cultureGrowth & Learning MindsetSelf-driven with strong curiosity and continuous learning attitudeActively participates in knowledge sharing (internal/external)Continuously expands into adjacent domains (product, systems, leadership)Why Join eBayAt eBay, your work touches millions of buyers and sellers around the world. You’ll join a culture that values innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement—where you can make a real impact, grow your career, and help shape the future of global commerce.Additional DetailseBay 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 talent@ebay.com. 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. We use cookies to enhance your experience and may use AI tools for administrative tasks in the hiring process. To learn how we handle your personal data and use AI responsibly, please visit our Talent Privacy Notice, Privacy Center, and AI Hiring Guidelines.