eBay is a technology company focusing on online marketplaces, secure transactions, and diverse product offerings. Established in September 1995 by Pierre Omidyar in San Jose, California, the platform connects millions of customers with sellers worldwide and utilizes PayPal to ensure safe payments. eBay products can be sold either via a silent auction or through the Buy It Now features, catering to various categories such as fashion, home and garden, electronics, motors, collectibles, antiques, visual art, stationery, and more.
Under the leadership of CEO Jamie Iannone, eBay takes pride in its diverse workforce which includes 45.9% female employees and 41.7% ethnic minorities. The company has high employee retention with staff members working with the company for an average of 5.3 years. eBay employs 13,300 individuals and generates an annual revenue of $9.8 billion. Though the average annual employee salary at eBay is $107,595, it is lower compared to its high-paying technology industry competitors such as Meta, Airbnb, and Google.
