Mercari is a platform for peer-to-peer e-commerce and buying & selling of goods. It is a marketplace app where users can list items, negotiate prices, exchange goods, and make payments.
Mercari was founded in 2013, and is now one of Japan’s leading mobile commerce platforms. Thanks to its innovative, technology-driven solutions, Mercari has become one of the most popular buying and selling apps and websites in Japan.
At its core, Mercari is an technology company dedicated to bringing an exceptional buying and selling experience to customers around the world. Mercari’s primary technologies are AI and machine learning. These technologies are used to create highly customized user experiences, such as personalized recommendations, automatic pricing of products, and automated order processing.
Mercari is also focused on delivering a secure and reliable platform for users. It uses strong encryption on all its transactions, as well as data security and password protection.
Mercari is constantly looking for talented technology professionals to join its team. In particular, Mercari is looking for engineers with expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, Application Development, and UX/UI.
Part of what makes Mercari a great place to work is its commitment to innovation, growth, and collaboration. The company supports employee success and encourages team-building, which includes flexible work schedules and regular company gatherings.
If you’re looking to take your career to the next level in a fast-growing tech company, then Mercari might be the perfect opportunity for you. If you’re interested in joining Mercari’s mission to bring an excellent shopping experience to customers around the world, don’t hesitate to apply!
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Senior Infrastructure Engineer
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $90,000 - $100,000
Description: This position is responsible for designing, building, and managing Mercari's Web Infrastructure Platform which include compute and storage elements, configuration management, security, monitoring systems, and other related platforms. The engineer must ensure that all components are working in an integrated fashion in a fast-paced environment with a high level of accuracy. Communication and collaboration across the engineering teams and with the Internal and External Customer Support teams is a critical component for this position.
Qualifications / Requirements: Minimum of five years of experience building large, complex software infrastructure systems. Significant experience with system integration, automated configuration management and orchestration tools, programming/scripting, web and storage servers/systems, networking, monitoring/alerting, and system security. Previous DevOps experience within a web product company, or with major web hosting and/or cloud service providers (such as Amazon Web services, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure).
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $120,000 - $150,000
Description: This position is responsible for creating sophisticated data pipelines, developing cutting-edge machine learning models, and building data visualizations for Mercari. The Data Scientist must be able to work independently, have strong technical abilities, and have an inquisitive mind for discovering and understanding complex problems. This individual must have experience working with large and complex datasets, understanding and solving issues through data-driven models, and be capable of developing sophisticated statistical models.
Qualifications / Requirements: Minimum of three years of relevant work experience with strong technical abilities in Statistics, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Modeling and Algorithms. Expertise in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java and well versed with open source data science libraries. Advanced degree in fields such as Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or related field preferred.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 45 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $96,000 - $110,000
Description: The Devops engineer is responsible for building, maintaining, and deploying Mercari's production cloud-based systems. The engineer must have extensive experience in using CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and Kubernetes and be comfortable in scripting languages such as Python and Bash. This individual should have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate across various teams to ensure the timely delivery of quality services.
Qualifications / Requirements: Minimum of five years of relevant experience including working with CI/CD tools and scripting languages. Extensive experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure and Google Cloud. In-depth knowledge of best practices for deploying, configuring, and managing applications. Experience with container technologies. Previous DevOps experience within a web product company is preferred.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $80,000 - $90,000
Description: This position is responsible for building and debugging Mercari's core applications. The software engineer must have a strong background in development using modern programming languages such as Java and Python while also having the ability to stay focused on completings tasks within a given timeframe. The engineer must be able to communicate and collaborate with other teams to ensure tasks are completed with high quality.
Qualifications / Requirements: Minimum of three years of experience developing software applications. Expertise with one or more modern programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, node.js, React.js, etc. Ability to write clean, maintainable and efficient code. Willingness to work with a team to solve complex problems.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $100,000 - $125,000
Description: This position is responsible for managing the product pipeline for Mercari. The product manager must be a strategic thinker and have a good understanding of technology and software development. He/she must be able to design product specifications, create cost-benefit analyses, and develop and optimize the product strategy and roadmap. He/she must also have a strong stakeholder management and be able to drive product releases and handle customer feedback.
Qualifications / Requirements: Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management. An understanding of software development and UX design principles. Solid knowledge and experience in product design, user research, customer analysis, and market analysis. Excellent project management and communication skills. BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $90,000 - $100,000
Description: This position is responsible for creating an engaging, intuitive, and user-friendly experience for users of Meraci's product. The UX designer must have a good understanding of the current web and mobile interface trends and must be able to design and implement features that meet the company's objectives. They should be comfortable in designing prototypes and must be able to communicate their designs to the development teams.
Qualifications / Requirements: Minimum of 3 years of experience in creating user experiences for web and mobile applications. Expertise in design tools, e.g. Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, Invision, Zeplin, etc. Understanding of user-centered design principles, creative skills and attention to detail. Knowledge of HTML/CSS/Javascript, mobile first principles and responsive design.
Working at Mercari has been an incredible learning experience! I never expected to learn so much in my new position, and the people and culture here are really supportive. There are plenty of opportunities to grow professionally--the company encourages and recognizes employees that take initiative and push boundaries to make change. I would give Mercari 5 stars for their awesome culture and top-notch development opportunities.
Joshua S..
Review Rating:
4.8/5
4.8
I had the chance to work with the Mercari team on a few projects. Everyone involved was knowledgeable, passionate, and diligent. I was impressed with the attention to detail and commitment to customer service. I highly recommend Mercari to anyone looking for a high-quality team, modern technology, and an amazing work/life balance.
Amber M..
Review Rating:
4.9/5
4.9
I've been at Mercari for about a year and it's been nothing short of amazing. The development team is very directive and supportive, which has helped me grow into this role. They've provided several interesting challenges that have taken direction and flexibility, and I've been able to sharpen my skills because of them. Highly recommend Mercari if you're looking to make an impact.
Christine F..
Review Rating:
4.5/5
4.5
I'm proud to work on the design team at Mercari. They have an incredible commitment to the customer experience and prioritize working efficiently. There are so many great benefits to working here and I've never felt overwhelmed or undervalued. Overall, my experience has been awesome and I love working for such a great company!
Miguel L..
Review Rating:
4.7/5
4.7
I've been a part of the IT team at Mercari for a few months now and I can honestly say that it's been one of the best experiences I've ever had. The team is really helpful and the culture is so welcoming and encouraging of learning. I'm really happy to work here and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to advance their skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of positions are available at Mercari?
Positions at Mercari include Customer Service and Trust & Safety, Technology, Business, and Design.
What qualifications and experience are needed for a role at Mercari?
Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience for each role. This could include relevant university qualifications, work experience and technical skills.
What is the salary range for positions at Mercari?
The salary range for positions at Mercari will depend on the role and experience of the individual.
What kind of benefits do Mercari employees receive?
Mercari employees receive benefits such as paid vacation time and health insurance.
What kind of work environment can I expect at Mercari?
At Mercari you can expect a friendly, collaborative, and supportive environment with an emphasis on innovation, learning and personal growth.
Career Paths: Software Engineer, Data Scientist, Quality Assurance Engineer, Product Manager, Business Analyst, Technical Support Engineer, DevOps Engineer, IT Security Specialist, Network Engineer, UI/UX Designer.
Working at Mercari has been an incredible learning experience! I never expected to learn so much in my new position, and the people and culture here are really supportive. There are plenty of opportunities to grow professionally--the company encourages and recognizes employees that take initiative and push boundaries to make change. I would give Mercari 5 stars for their awesome culture and top-notch development opportunities.
Positions at Mercari include Customer Service and Trust & Safety, Technology, Business, and Design.
What qualifications and experience are needed for a role at Mercari?
Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience for each role. This could include relevant university qualifications, work experience and technical skills.
