Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Java

Posted on 9/12/2025

TCGplayer.com

TCGplayer.com

201-500 employees

Global marketplace for trading card sales

Compensation Overview

$132k - $222.1k/yr

+ Bonus + Restricted Stock Units

Portland, OR, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid role - 2-3 days in the Portland, OR office.

Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Apache Kafka
Java
GraphQL
Microservices
MongoDB
Oracle
Cassandra
Requirements
  • 8 or more years of professional experience in software development, including 3+ years in a staff or principal engineering role with architectural leadership responsibilities
  • Expert-level skills in Java/J2EE and related frameworks such as Spring Boot, with a strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed system design
  • Extensive experience with NoSQL (e.g., Cassandra, MongoDB) and relational databases (e.g., Oracle), along with a solid understanding of event-driven and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, service bus, etc.)
  • Strong experience designing and implementing scalable APIs (REST/GraphQL) and integrating with internal and external systems
  • Proven ability to analyze complex technical challenges and develop practical, innovative solutions focused on high performance, reliability, and scalability
  • Ability to work in our Portland, OR office for 2-3 days out of the week
Responsibilities
  • Lead the architecture, design, and development of backend systems that power core inventory operations—enabling seamless item creation, updates, and synchronization across eBay surfaces.
  • Drive the modernization of inventory services by introducing scalable, modular, and cloud-native systems using microservices and event-driven patterns.
  • Collaborate with product managers, business stakeholders, and UX teams to define and refine requirements, translating them into scalable and maintainable technical solutions.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers across the team, promoting best practices in system design, coding, testing, and operational excellence.
  • Build and maintain high-performance APIs and messaging components to support fast, reliable, and secure inventory interactions.
  • Define and implement best practices around observability, automated testing, and CI/CD to ensure production-readiness and reduce operational burden.
  • Lead large-scale technical initiatives across multiple engineering teams and partner organizations to ensure alignment and successful delivery.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with inventory, catalog, or commerce-related systems at web scale.
  • Familiarity with cloud-native technologies, container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes), and DevOps tooling.
  • Prior contributions to open-source projects, technical writing, or conference presentations.

TCGplayer operates an online marketplace and technology platform for trading card games, connecting buyers and sellers through physical stores, websites, and mobile apps. Its main product, the TCGplayer Marketplace, lets collectors and hobbyists buy and sell cards via listings, user accounts, and a secure checkout across multiple channels. Revenue comes from transaction fees, subscriptions, and advertising, with a focus on a seamless end-to-end customer experience and a thriving community of enthusiasts. The company differentiates itself by offering a broad ecosystem that integrates marketplace partners, digital tools, and multichannel access to pricing, listing, and appraisal services, aiming to grow a large, engaged TCG community and attract talent through competitive benefits.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$340M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

1998

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • MyUS partnership accesses 220+ countries for presale drops.
  • Buy&Ship enables free shipping to Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia.
  • Multi-game support spans Magic, Pokémon, Lorcana, One Piece.

What critics are saying

  • eBay closed Syracuse HQ May 2025, laid off 220 employees.
  • NLRB charges eBay for firing union organizer in 2023.
  • Cardmarket captures US share with lower fees, faster shipping.

What makes TCGplayer.com unique

  • Roca Sifter sorts 1,800 sleeved cards hourly with foil detection.
  • Xerox partnership enables non-damaging card identification technology.
  • Integrates directly with TCGplayer Seller Portal for seamless pricing.

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Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Performance Bonus

Company Equity

Hybrid Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-1%
TechRaptor
Mar 2nd, 2026
TCGPlayer Announces New Compact Roca Sifter Card Sorting Device for Hobby Stores and Avid Collectors

TCGPlayer announces new compact Roca Sifter card sorting device for hobby stores and avid collectors. Published: March 2, 2026 5:29 PM TCGPlayer has announced the launch of a new card sorting device. The massive digital card retailer's new device, the Roca Sifter, is a smaller machine, designed to help hobby stores and avid individual collectors to sort and identify desired cards in their collection. The Roca Sifter device announcement. According to an official press release, the Roca Sifter is the latest piece of automation technology designed to support card sellers. The device is about the size of a standard printer and is intended to help mitigate the workflow of sorting and identifying cards. It is designed to hold up to 400 cards at a time and can process up to 1,800 cards an hour. In essence, the Sifter is a smaller version of another TCGPlayer device: the massive inventory sorting Roca Sorter. "The Roca Sifter addresses the most time-consuming parts of sorting and pricing trading card games, at a scale, price point, and with features that are a first for the industry," said Robert Bigler, CEO of TCGplayer. "The introduction of Roca Sifter reinforces TCGplayer's commitment to supporting local hobby shops, individual sellers, and retailers who are the heart of this industry with best-in-class solutions that help them connect their inventory with the player and collector community." The press release includes the Roca Sifter's unique features. The device is built on proprietary technology that was developed in partnership with Xerox. It sports a new foil detection feature; an industry first. and can identify, sort, and price cards accordingly based on customizable criteria. The device is even compatible with most premium card sleeves. Other key features of the device include continuous running mode for uninterrupted operation and full integration with the TCGPlayer Seller Portal. At launch, the Roca Sifter will support four different popular trading card games. Those games are Hasbro's behemoth Magic: The Gathering, The Pokemon Company's Pokemon TCG, Ravensburger's Disney Lorcana, and Toei's One Piece card game. Other card game support may come in the future through software updates. The Roca Sifter will be available at an MSRP of $799 with a $25 monthly subscription (billed at $300 monthly). This subscription covers software updates alongside the replacement of any consumable parts. Shipping will begin on September 2026. Tyler Chancey | Staff Writer Ever since he was small, Tyler Chancey has had a deep, abiding love for video games and a tendency to think and overanalyze everything he enjoyed. This... More about Tyler Read article

MyUS
Feb 12th, 2026
MyUS x TCGplayer: Unlock Exclusive Trading Card Drops Worldwide

MyUS x TCGplayer: unlock exclusive trading card drops worldwide. Posted by MyUS | 12 February 2026 Collectors, competitve players, and trading card fans around the world... This is a game-changer. MyUS is officially partnering with TCGplayer, the world's most trusted trading card marketplace, to give international shoppers access to exclusive releases, hard-to-find singles, sealed products, and presales that were previously unavailable outside the U.S. If you've ever missed a drop because the seller didn't ship to your country, those days are officially over. What the MyUS x TCGplayer partnership means for you. TCGplayer connects buyers with thousands of independent sellers and local game stores across the United States. Until now, many international collectors were blocked by shipping limitations. With MyUS, you can: * Shop TCGplayer like a U.S. customer * Ship purchases to your personal MyUS U.S. address * Consolidate multiple seller orders into one shipment * Ship worldwide to over 220+ countries and territories New to MyUS? Learn how the partnership works and get started here: This dedicated page walks you through how to shop on TCGplayer, ship to your MyUS address, and forward your cards internationally with ease. Hottest drops & Presale alert: secure these cards now. The smartest collectors don't wait for release day; they secure inventory during presale. Thanks to MyUS, international buyers can now participate in the U.S. presales on TCGplayer without shipping restrictions. Here's what to lock in now: Releases: February 13, 2026 A highly anticipated Digimon expansion introducing new Digimon, mechanics, and competitive strategies. Digimon presales are especially popular with players looking to stay ahead of the evolving meta and collectors securing sealed product early. Releases: February 13, 2026 A premium archival-style release celebrating Flesh and Blood's origins. Ideal for collectors seeking foundational cards and beautifully curated sealed product. Releases: February 13, 2026 Chapter 1 revisits iconic Flesh and Blood cards from the game's early competitive era, reintroduced with refined presentation for collectors and players alike. This release is ideal for those looking to secure foundational cards that shaped the meta - now available in a premium, collectible format. Releases: February 13, 2026 Chapter 2 continues the Silver Age collection with additional fan-favorite cards and legacy staples, expanding on the curated experience introduced in Chapter 1. Designed for collectors completing the set and players seeking access to historically impactful cards, Chapter 2 is expected to see strong presale demand. Releases: February 13, 2026 A visually stunning seasonal expansion that continues Lorcana's rapid growth among collectors and competitive players. Presales often sell through quickly. Releases: February 13, 2026 Already generating buzz, Riftbound brings powerful new cards, striking artwork, and competitive potential. Presale helps secure singles and sealed product before post-release price shifts. Releases: February 20, 2026 A new booster set featuring strategic reprints and powerful additions for duelists and collectors alike. Releases: February 20, 2026 A collector-favorite release spotlighting iconic female characters from the One Piece universe. Expected to move fast due to limited print runs. Releases: February 20, 2026 Charizard collectibles remain among the most sought-after Pokémon products worldwide. Presale tins are perfect for sealed collectors, gift buyers, and fans chasing premium pulls. Releases: March 6, 2026 A limited crossover blending TMNT nostalgia with Magic's legendary gameplay. Crossover editions are historically high-demand, making presale the best way to secure sealed product before prices climb. Why presales matter for international collectors. For international collectors, presales aren't just about convenience. They're about timing. Many of today's most sought-after sets sell out quickly in the U.S., with prices rising shortly after release. Presales give global buyers the chance to: * Lock in products before release-day shortages * Avoid secondary market markups * Secure sealed items while the inventory is at its highest With MyUS handling U.S. delivery and international forwarding, presales become a level playing field, not a race you're forced to watch from the sidelines. The future of global collecting starts now. Trading card games are global, and access should be too. Whether you're securing Riftbound on release day, pre-ordering TMNT, or locking in the next Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Lorcana expansion, MyUS and TCGplayer are breaking down borders for collectors everywhere. MyUS always aim to bring its members the best shopping options available, but some of the products featured in this post may have purchase restrictions. Please visit the merchant's terms of sale, shipping guidelines, and terms and conditions to find more information.

Buy&Ship
Jan 2nd, 2025
Power Up Your Deck: Enjoy Incredible Deals on TCGplayer and Free Shipping to the Philippines!

TCGplayer, the leading online marketplace for trading cards, has teamed up with Buy&Ship to offer you exclusive savings on your next card haul!

Buy&Ship Malaysia
Nov 6th, 2024
Power Up Your Deck: Enjoy Incredible Deals on TCGplayer and Free Shipping to Malaysia!

TCGplayer, the leading online marketplace for trading cards, has teamed up with Buy&Ship to offer you exclusive savings on your next card haul!

Buy&Ship
Nov 6th, 2024
Power Up Your Deck: Enjoy Incredible Deals on TCGplayer and Free Shipping to Singapore!

TCGplayer, the leading online marketplace for trading cards, has teamed up with Buy&Ship to offer you exclusive savings on your next card haul!

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