Sr MTS Software Engg

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About the team and the role:

The Payments Platform team at eBay is committed to advancing the technological infrastructure that supports financial transactions for our global community. As a Senior MTS Software Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing the stability, scalability, and security of eBay's payments systems. Working closely alongside a dedicated team, you'll influence innovative solutions that improve user experience and forge paths into new market segments. Reporting to a Software Development Manager, this role provides a chance to lead significant technical projects and collaborate across both technical and business domains to deliver seamless and efficient payment systems.

What you will accomplish:

• Drive the development of high-performance backend systems, ensuring reliability and smooth integration into eBay's complex payment ecosystem.
• Lead initiatives that reduce payment platform fragmentation and improve transaction efficiency, aiming to increase user satisfaction and system throughput.
• Establish robust security protocols to protect user data, proactively identifying and addressing potential vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce innovative payment features that expand eBay's offerings and improve market competitiveness.
• Mentor and support engineering peers in adopting best technical practices and fostering a collaborative environment conducive to growth and excellence.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies that boost system performance and facilitate easier compliance with global payment regulations.

What you will bring:

• Proven experience in backend software development with expertise in payment systems or related financial services.
• Proven ability in architecting and scaling backend systems to accommodate substantial user and transaction growth.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C++, or Python, alongside knowledge of cloud computing and microservices architecture.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in managing tasks with the agile methodology and familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience, with advanced technical projects handled independently.

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