Pros: eBay, by its very definition, is an economic force that helps mitigate the polarization of wealth. It makes commerce accessible to anyone with an internet connection. The team I work with is exceptional, full of people that are both intelligent and kind, who are challenge-oriented and care about our projects and one another. I have been a software engineer for 15 years, and have experienced what we all have experienced: the various joys and frustrations inherent in our business. I have never been happier than I am at eBay, no kidding. Specifics: * An internal VM cloud, available for any developer to spin up a machine with a Linux or Windows image to test an idea or develop a POC. * The freedom to innovate. No one is going to hold you back because "we don't do things that way around here." * Compensation is at the top of the scale. * The culture strikes a great balance between caring about employees and getting the work done. I like working with people who want to work hard, and who understand that living to work is insane.

Cons: I have been doing this for a while. In my experience, the cons at eBay are dwarfed by the pros. In my experience as an employee, I am challenged, work with a great team, and am well compensated.

Pros: Challenging environment about empowering folks for commerce.

Cons: Politics. Difficult to really innovate outside the bubble.

Pros: Good place to grow in the job ladder.

Cons: Old technology and poor infrastructure.