E-commerce · San Jose, California · Founded 1995
Get an eBay referral
Ask a verified eBay employee to refer you for a specific role. Share the job ID and your resume, and they review it and submit the referral through eBay's internal process.
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About eBay
eBay runs a global online marketplace for buying and selling new, used and collectible items. It has a technology centre in Bengaluru.
- Founded
- 1995
- Headquarters
- San Jose, California
- Employees
- ~12,000
- Careers
- jobs.ebayinc.com ↗
eBay interview process
3 stages · Reapply after 6 months if not selected. Rounds vary by role and level.
- 1
Online assessment
Coding for many engineering roles.
- 2
Technical rounds
Data structures, algorithms and system design for experienced roles.
- 3
Hiring manager round
Projects and team fit.
What eBay tests
- Topics
- Real-Time Auction Bidding & Lock Management · Distributed Caching & Search Engine Indexing · Payment & Escrow Systems · Object-Oriented Design Patterns · Algorithms & Dynamic Programming
- Tech stack
- Java · Scala · Node.js · Kafka · Oracle · Couchbase
- Levels
- Software Engineer 1-2, Senior Software Engineer, Member of Technical Staff
How to get referred at eBay
Step 1
Find the exact role
Open the job on jobs.ebayinc.com and copy the job link and job ID. Referrers can only submit you for a specific opening.
Step 2
Pick the right referrer
Choose a verified eBay employee. Someone in the same team or function can speak to your fit more credibly.
Step 3
Send a focused request
Attach a resume tailored to the role and a three- or four-line note on why you fit. Lead with experience that matches what eBay tests, such as Real-Time Auction Bidding & Lock Management and Distributed Caching & Search Engine Indexing.
Step 4
Get referred and track it
Once they accept and you pay, they submit you through eBay's internal referral portal and upload proof. Your payment is held until that proof is in.
eBay tip: eBay's Bengaluru centre covers marketplace, payments and platform teams. Name the team from the posting.
Questions about eBay referrals
How do I get a referral at eBay?
Find the exact role on eBay's careers site and copy the job ID, choose a verified eBay referrer on this page, then send your tailored resume with a short note on why you fit. The referrer submits you through eBay's internal referral portal and uploads proof.
What is the eBay interview process?
It usually has 3 stages: online assessment, technical rounds and hiring manager round. The exact rounds vary by role and level.
How much does an eBay referral cost?
Each referrer sets their own fee, and you pay only after the referrer accepts your request.
Does an eBay referral guarantee an interview?
No. An eBay referral puts your profile in front of the recruiter through the internal process, but eBay decides on interviews, offers and hiring.
How long should I wait to reapply to eBay after a rejection?
Candidates are usually asked to wait about 6 months after a final-round rejection before interviewing for a similar role again.
Where is eBay headquartered?
eBay is headquartered in San Jose, California and was founded in 1995.
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InstacartCompany details are from public sources, last reviewed Oct 2026. FindMyReferral is not affiliated with eBay. Hiring decisions are made by eBay.