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.We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Engineering Manager to lead and grow our talented software engineering team in Bengaluru. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for fostering a high-performing team culture, driving technical excellence, and overseeing the delivery of complex, scalable, and high-quality web applications and services. You will empower and guide a diverse team comprising Staff ReactJS/NodeJS Front End Engineers, Senior Backend Software Engineers, and Senior Quality Engineers, ensuring alignment with product goals and architectural vision.This position requires a blend of strong technical acumen, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for developing engineers and delivering innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead, mentor, and coach a team of software engineers (Frontend, Backend, and Quality) to foster their professional growth, career development, and technical capabilities.
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-trust team environment that encourages innovation, ownership, and continuous learning.
- Participate in the recruitment and hiring process to attract top engineering talent.
- Technical & Architectural Guidance:
- Provide technical guidance and oversight, ensuring sound architectural decisions and robust, scalable designs for both frontend (ReactJS, Node.js) and backend (Java, Node.js, distributed systems) components.
- Work closely with Staff Engineers to define technical roadmaps, drive best practices, and resolve complex technical challenges.
- Ensure adherence to coding standards, quality metrics, and security best practices across all team deliverables.
- Maintain a strong understanding of the team's technical stack, including ReactJS, Node.js, Java/Spring Boot, various databases (relational and NoSQL), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and CI/CD pipelines.
- Project Delivery & Execution:
- Oversee the end-to-end delivery of features and projects, from planning and estimation to execution, testing, and deployment.
- Collaborate with Product Managers, UX/UI Designers, and other cross-functional stakeholders to translate product requirements into actionable engineering plans.
- Ensure efficient execution of Agile/Scrum processes, managing project risks and dependencies effectively.
- Champion a strong quality mindset within the team, working closely with the Senior Quality Engineer to establish robust testing strategies and automation.
- Strategic Planning & Vision:
- Contribute to the broader engineering strategy and technical vision for the organization.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in web development, distributed systems, and quality assurance.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and innovation within the team's operations.
- Communication & Collaboration:
- Serve as a key liaison between the engineering team and other departments, effectively communicating progress, challenges, and technical insights.
- Drive cross-team collaboration and knowledge sharing to ensure alignment and leverage expertise across the organization.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, including at least 3+ years in a technical leadership or engineering management role.
- Technical Acumen: Strong foundational knowledge and practical experience in modern web development technologies, including:
- Frontend: Deep understanding of ReactJS, modern JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, and related state management libraries.
- Backend: Expertise in building scalable distributed systems using Java/J2EE (Spring Boot preferred) and/or Node.js.
- Databases: Experience with relational (e.g., Oracle) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
- APIs: Proficiency with RESTful and/or GraphQL API design and consumption.
- Quality Assurance Mindset: A strong understanding of software quality principles, test automation strategies (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress), and CI/CD pipelines, with a commitment to delivering high-quality software.
- System Design: Experience in designing and architecting highly scalable, performant, and resilient web applications and services.
- Cloud & DevOps: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Agile Methodologies: Demonstrated experience leading teams in an Agile/Scrum environment.
- Leadership & Mentorship: Proven ability to lead, motivate, mentor, and grow engineering teams. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Problem Solving: Superior analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities in complex technical and organizational contexts.
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a high-growth or startup environment.
- Familiarity with micro-frontend architectures.
- Knowledge of performance optimization techniques for large-scale web applications.
- Understanding of AI systems and tools, and experience with AI coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) in an engineering context.
- Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal technical achievements.
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