Sr, Software Engineering Manager

eBay; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

eBay in Dublin is looking for a Sr. Software Engineering Manager to lead a full-stack engineering team responsible for building experimentation and data platform capabilities. The role emphasizes performance, reliability, and scalability.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, strong team management skills, and expertise in large-scale distributed systems. You will take ownership of team deliverables and foster an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing teams of developers in a high-velocity environment.
• Expertise in building large-scale distributed systems prioritizing high availability.
• Strong communication skills to articulate thoughts and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated full-stack engineering team to build experimentation and data platforms.
• Provide tailored mentorship and guidance to foster team members’ development.
• Establish collaborative, inclusive teams that deliver high-quality software.
• Take ownership of team deliverables, ensuring reliable software development.
• Maintain a healthy, prioritized backlog aligned with team goals.

Skills

Team management

Building large-scale distributed systems

Strong communication skills

Agile methodologies

Job description

Job Description

Cloud Data Technologies (CDT) team at eBay manages the end‑to‑end data lifecycle from ingestion to consumption for all eBay data. As a Sr. Software Engineering Manager you will lead a full‑stack engineering team to build experimentation and data platform capabilities, driving performance, reliability, and scalability.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated full‑stack engineering team to build experimentation and data platforms.
• Provide tailored mentorship and guidance to foster team members’ development.
• Establish collaborative, inclusive teams that deliver high‑quality software.
• Take ownership of team deliverables, ensuring the development and delivery of reliable software.
• Maintain a healthy, prioritized backlog aligned with team goals.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with product managers and business units to innovate and scale products.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing teams of developers, especially in a high‑velocity environment.
• Expertise in building large‑scale distributed systems that prioritize high availability, scalability, and resilience.
• Experience in Agile teams with ability to adapt to new areas and changes.
• Strong communication skills to clearly articulate thoughts and proposals.
• Familiarity with data platforms; experience with experimentation is considered an advantage.
• Dedication to delivering results, with 10 years of work experience and 5+ years of team management.

EEO Statement

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, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible.