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February 24, 2025

Inside the manager’s mind : Gaurav Bansal

Welcome to inside the manager’s mind — a space where leadership meets reality. Explore the highs, lows, and everyday decisions that shape teams and drive success. From strategic thinking to people management, this blog offers raw insights and practical wisdom for those leading or aspiring to lead. In this feature we’d like you to meet Gaurav Bansal! Gaurav Bansal: As a manager, my constant focus is on solving challenges that my team faces. The key is staying aware of these challenges, acknowledging them, and taking decisive action. Let me share how I approach some common management challenges. Building Cross-Functional Collaboration When my team expanded from client-only developers to include Backend developers, I noticed collaboration gaps emerging. While client developers had strong relationships from working together for a year, the integration with Backend developers needed attention. To address this, we focused on creating a collaborative environment through regular team activities, including recent bowling and dinner events that helped break down barriers and foster natural connections. We’ve made significant strides in fostering technical understanding between teams. Our backend team now regularly shares insights about API performance, which has led to client teams implementing more effective loading states. Similarly, when client teams demonstrate user interactions, it helps backend developers design more intuitive API endpoints. These exchanges have transformed our team’s mindset from “That’s not my job” to “How can I help?” Maintaining Team Motivation Recognition plays a crucial role in keeping the team motivated throughout the development lifecycle. We celebrate joint wins and team contributions, making sure everyone feels valued for their unique contributions. Mercari’s employee-centric culture and various club activities provide additional avenues for engagement and motivation.Work-life balance is another cornerstone of our approach. We’ve implemented flexible working hours, understanding that some team members are early birds while others peak later in… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/inside-the-managers-mind-gaurav-bansal/">Continue reading Inside the manager’s mind : Gaurav Bansal</a>

October 23, 2024

Mercari India Security Conclave: A Day of Insightful Discussions and Networking

The Mercari India Security Conclave has officially concluded, and we are thrilled to reflect on the meaningful experiences and profound insights that marked this significant event. Bringing together industry leaders, cybersecurity professionals, and enthusiastic participants, the conclave served as a platform for enlightening discussions, practical strategies, and valuable networking opportunities. A Welcoming Opening The day commenced with an atmosphere filled with anticipation. Participants arrived eager to engage with thought leaders and learn more about the complexities of the cybersecurity landscape. Vish Magapu, who leads the Mercari India organization, opened the event with a warm welcome. His welcoming remarks provided a clear overview of Mercari’s vision and introduced the company’s core values, highlighting the importance of collaboration in addressing both current and future cybersecurity challenges. This effectively set a tone of community and shared purpose for the day’s discussions. Insightful Talks The heart of the event featured a series of thought-provoking talks from our esteemed speakers: Jason took the stage with an inspiring presentation on “Security as a Business Accelerator.” He articulated how integrating robust security measures into core business strategies can enhance operational efficiency while safeguarding assets. Jason discussed the philosophy of integrating security early into the design process while also sharing valuable insights on how Mercari is harnessing the latest advancements in AI. He explained how the company is automating various routine tasks related to asset management, compliance reporting, and even streamlining security reviews for external products. This automation significantly enhances the efficiency and speed of business operations. Following Jason, Nemo captivated the audience with his session titled “Stop Chasing CVEs.” Drawing from his extensive experience in vulnerability management, he provided attendees with practical strategies for prioritizing vulnerabilities and adopting a proactive approach to cybersecurity. Nemo illustrated with practical examples how the CVE database can be outdated or delayed,… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/event/mercari-india-security-conclave-a-day-of-insightful-discussions-and-networking/">Continue reading Mercari India Security Conclave: A Day of Insightful Discussions and Networking</a>

October 22, 2024

Sparking Innovation & Collaboration: Inside Mercari India Hackathon 2.0

At Mercari, we’re driven by a spirit of innovation, an eagerness to build solutions that redefine landscapes, and our value of going bold. It is this culture and spirit that has helped us design a product and platform that is a market leader and growing consistently. Never is this spirit and culture more visible than during our annual hackathon. The first iteration of this hackathon happened with great success last year, and therefore, when I got the opportunity to be on the organizing team for Hackathon 2.0, I was beyond excited! It was, of course, going to be bigger than ever! The hackathon was evolving into a global Mercari construct where winners from different geographies would come together and compete for the ultimate recognition at the finale in our Japan HQ. But first, why even do a hackathon? We do it because it creates a unique space for employees to think outside the box and challenge themselves. In a structured work environment, it’s easy to get engrossed in daily responsibilities and deadlines. A hackathon allows us to hit the pause button on these routines and encourages team members to brainstorm solutions that might not typically emerge. This not only sparks innovation but also cultivates a sense of ownership and pride in one’s ideas. Building the Construct Step 1 of the process was putting together a dream team that would help us put an event of this magnitude together. For this, we searched across experience levels, job roles and domains to put together a diverse team. This was critical so that we could bring in different kinds of perspectives and cover all aspects that would go into making this event successful. The team – Rafael Marcos da Silva, Priyanka Sharma, Gaurav Bansal, Sanu Satyadarshi, Samkit Jain, Yogesh Gophane, Adarsh Gupta, Noush… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/mercari-india-hackathon-2024/">Continue reading Sparking Innovation & Collaboration: Inside Mercari India Hackathon 2.0</a>

July 15, 2024

Building Bridges: Introducing Our Dynamic Platform Team

Welcome to our hiring series- Building Bridges. At Mercari we pride ourselves on building a talented and dynamic team. In this series, you’ll get to know the faces behind the teams that run our organisation. Let’s dive in and get to know them better! Team Introduction Mercari comprises four main divisions: Marketplace, Merpay, Mercoin, and Souzoh. Within these divisions, there are hundreds of microservices. The Platform group serves as the foundation for all services across the entire organization. Our Platform Engineering teams play a crucial role in assisting engineers at Mercari and its subsidiaries in building and delivering superior products to our customers. We provide the necessary infrastructure and DevOps toolchains to enhance the reliability, security, and observability of our services, making engineers’ work more efficient. At Mercari, our mission is to empower the business to take and scale risks, enabling the discovery of new opportunities and driving growth. Mercari India: Can you tell us a bit about what a typical day looks like for the Platform team? Rajesh: As platform engineers, we take end-to-end responsibility for the entire platform. A typical day involves a mix of various activities, including working on new initiatives, enhancing existing components, aligning with stakeholders, and providing support to our customers—primarily developers. You can expect to spend: Mercari India: Tell us more about the role you are currently hiring for, and what qualities do you look for in potential candidates? Rajesh: The Platform group at Mercari consists of multiple teams working together, each focusing on dedicated areas. These teams include Infrastructure/Observability, Network, CI/CD, Developer Experience (DX), MLOps, Experimentation Platform, and Data Platform. Each team has specific ownership and responsibilities.In Mercari India, we have extended Infrastructure/Observability and Network teams. Despite being in different geographical locations, these teams function as a single cohesive unit. We are looking… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/building-bridges-introducing-our-dynamic-platform-team/">Continue reading Building Bridges: Introducing Our Dynamic Platform Team</a>

April 10, 2024

Mentoring the Future: My Experience with Build@Mercari Program

Hello everyone, I’m Sanu Satyadarshi, currently serving as a Lead Software Engineer at Mercari. Recently, I had the privilege of being a mentor for the Build@Mercari 2024 program, and I’m excited to share my experiences from this incredible event. Build@Mercari stands as Mercari Inc.’s premier pre-internship initiative, offering online training and internship opportunities to university students worldwide. This immersive program provides hands-on training, allowing students to dive into the tech stack commonly used in the industry. Selected participants are grouped into teams, with each team being assigned 1-2 mentors. Throughout the program, students undergo comprehensive training covering essential skills such as Git, GoLang/Python, Web API development, Docker, CI/CD, and more. This year, the event commenced on Feb 16, 2024, accommodating both online and offline formats. Online sessions catered to English-speaking students, while offline sessions were tailored for Japanese-speaking students. I had the privilege of mentoring the English-speaking group (while still honing my Japanese language skills 😞). Our initial session focused on assisting students in installing and setting up Git, a fundamental skill for any Software Engineer. Following this, students were divided into smaller groups, with dedicated mentors assigned to each team. The experience was incredibly engaging. We began by configuring our development environments, setting up Golang/Python on our laptops, and deploying a sample web application to showcase the iconic “Hello World!” message on our browsers. As the Build@Mercari sessions emphasize technical proficiency, I volunteered to lead sessions on Docker and CI, in addition to the introductory GoLang session. During the Docker session, I introduced the concept of containers, followed by a demonstration and hands-on exercise on containerizing a GoLang application. Students successfully created containerized applications and executed them on their laptops. In the CI session, we utilized GitHub actions to automate the building of Docker images upon each PR merge, highlighting… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/engineeringblog/mentoring-the-future-my-experience-with-buildmercari-program/">Continue reading Mentoring the Future: My Experience with Build@Mercari Program</a>

April 9, 2024

Swift Innovations Unleashed: A Look Inside the Mercari India Meetup

Hello, I’m Archita Bansal, currently working as a Lead Software Engineer at Mercari India. What an incredible day we had on February 10th at Mercari India! The Swift Meetup transformed into a unique gathering of Swift developers from various backgrounds, making it a special day filled with insights and collaboration. This event was much more than a Mercari India initiative; it was a testament to community collaboration. By welcoming Swift developers from different companies, we fostered an environment rich in shared learning and connections. Our attendees had the chance to engage with top Swift technology experts, including Mercari India’s own speakers and notable external specialists. Together, they navigated a wide array of topics, from optimizing build speeds in both local and CI environments to ensuring applications are accessible through comprehensive accessibility audits. The discussions didn’t stop there—they also covered practical tips for applying SwiftUI in production apps, showcasing the framework’s incredible power and flexibility, and delved into the innovative potential of MapKit in SwiftUI. The evident enthusiasm and passion from each presentation truly highlighted the vibrant spirit of the Swift community. It was a day of innovation, learning, and community building, a sentiment strongly supported by the positive feedback we received across social media. The meetup transcended the bounds of mere technical presentations; it embodied the spirit of collective growth and vision. Guided by our leadership, insights were shared that illuminated the core of iOS development at Mercari, revealing the ambitions and principles that unite us all. Being part of such community events demonstrates Mercari India’s dedication to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, reaching beyond our immediate space. Reflecting on the meetup, we’re overwhelmed with gratitude for the moments we shared, the knowledge we exchanged, and the connections we forged. This event was a collaborative effort that benefitted… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/engineeringblog/swift-innovations-unleashed-a-look-inside-the-mercari-india-meetup/">Continue reading Swift Innovations Unleashed: A Look Inside the Mercari India Meetup</a>

February 29, 2024

Event Report: Round Table Conference on GenAI

We hosted a round table conference on generative AI at Mercari India on February 23rd in association with The Fifth Elephant community. The event was aimed to get the insights from some of the great minds working in the space and also share and popularize the initiatives that Mercari is working on in the field of Generative AI. Participants We were joined by over 20 participants, including CxO’s of multiple startups, Heads of Generative AI verticals, and renowned industry experts that made the event a huge success. Mercari’s participation was represented by Yuki ISHIKAWA and Vish Magapu along with Sharma RAJESH and Vaibhav Khurana Highlights from the Conference If you are interested in learning about Mercari’s efforts in Generative AI, please visit this page / Mercari AI Also, be sure to follow Mercari India’s social media accounts!

January 22, 2024

SWE Intern to an Android Engineer: Unveiling the chapters of my experience at Mercari India

Hello, I’m Mrudul Tora, and I’m thrilled to share the comprehensive journey of becoming one of the Software Engineer Interns at Mercari India, spanning from the initial interview process to securing a Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) and converting to a full time Android Engineer. A closer look at Mercari Mercari Inc., founded in 2013, is a prominent Japanese e-commerce company. The Mercari marketplace app, introduced in Japan in July 2013, has evolved into the country’s largest community-powered marketplace, facilitating over 23 Million active users each month. Application Process Motivated by a previous setback in the application process, I approached this opportunity with renewed determination. I meticulously updated my resume, ensuring it highlighted all relevant projects and internships. Applying through a referral in December 2022, I eagerly awaited the next steps. To my delight, within a few days, I received a link for an online test, marking the beginning of an exciting chapter in my journey with Mercari. First Round: Online Assessment The initial phase involved an online assessment conducted on the HackerRank platform. The assessment comprised three coding-based questions, all centered around data structures and algorithms. Notably, the difficulty level for all the questions was medium. The assessment was to be taken in two weeks, and a duration of one hour was allocated for the test once it was initiated. Taking advantage of the given time span, I dedicated a portion to revisiting and reinforcing my understanding of data structures and algorithms before attempting the test. Following the completion of the assessment, a member from the Talent Acquisition (TA) team reached out to me. This interaction included discussions about my preferred duration and location for pursuing the internship, allowing for a personalized touch to the process, with options between India and Japan. Post-assessment, there was a waiting period of approximately two… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/engineeringblog/swe-intern-to-an-android-engineer-unveiling-the-chapters-of-my-experience-at-mercari-india/">Continue reading SWE Intern to an Android Engineer: Unveiling the chapters of my experience at Mercari India</a>

December 14, 2023

Mercari India’s Inaugural Corporate to Campus Triumph at IGDTUW

Hi, I am @SmriTea from India HR team. In the dynamic realm of technology, the transition from corporate to campus is a pivotal experience that sets the stage for mutual growth and opportunity. Mercari India, recently embarked on its first Corporate to Campus journey, selecting Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW) as the canvas for its recruitment masterpiece. The two-day event, held on the 25th and 26th of October 2023, was a resounding success, resulting in the hiring of six talented women engineers across various roles. Why IGDTUW? Selecting IGDTUW for Mercari India’s maiden on-campus hiring drive was a strategic decision driven by the university’s reputation for academic excellence, particularly in producing women engineers of high caliber. Mercari India, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, recognized IGDTUW as a hotspot for potential talent that aligned with the company’s values and aspirations. Participation and Team Composition With an open invitation to B.Tech, M.Tech, and MCA students who scored 75% and above, Mercari India witnessed an enthusiastic response from approximately 200 students. The Mercari India team, comprising 2 members from the HR team and 6 seasoned engineers, spearheaded the recruitment process. Four engineers were dedicated to conducting technical interviews, while the remaining two conducted hiring manager interviews. The Rigorous Selection Process Mercari India’s commitment to excellence was evident in the meticulously planned selection process. Recognizing the importance of precision in the hiring process, Mercari India opted to conduct the HackerRank online test two weeks before the scheduled drive dates. The foresight in conducting the online test in advance allowed Mercari India to gauge the scale of interest and participation. With approximately 200 students stepping up to the challenge, it became evident that the drive was set to be a dynamic and competitive event.This allowed the team to tailor the number… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/mercari-indias-inaugural-corporate-to-campus-triumph-at-igdtuw/">Continue reading Mercari India’s Inaugural Corporate to Campus Triumph at IGDTUW</a>

July 18, 2023

Mercari India – Software Engineer Intern Experience

Hi, My name is Thari Zephaniah. I had the incredible opportunity to be one of the first Software Engineer Interns hired by Mercari India. In this post, I will be taking you through my entire journey, starting from the initial interview process all the way to receiving a Pre-Placement Offer (PPO). Motivation To tell you a little bit about the company, Mercari is an e-Commerce company where users can buy and sell products. Since my sophomore year, I’ve been keen on Mercari. It has grown into Japan’s largest community-powered marketplace, with more than 250 billion yen GMV in the 3Q of 2023. It quickly became an aspirational company due to the positive feedback and highly commendable experiences shared by my seniors who Interned at Mercari, Japan. Internship Application One usual day in November, while engrossed in my routine LinkedIn browsing, I stumbled across an announcement from Mercari India: They were hiring Software Engineer Interns. A surge of excitement washed over me. This was it – the moment I had been eagerly waiting for! Taking into account my previous application experience with Mercari Japan, where I was, unfortunately, unable to progress beyond the second round, I was determined to present the best version of myself this time, I got my resume reviewed by one of my seniors to enhance my chances. Equipped with their constructive feedback, I was ready to put my best foot forward. I approached the application process via a referral, confident of the personal touch it would echo in my candidature. This whole process began in November, and patience became my close companion as the process took somewhat longer than anticipated. This delay was because of the fact that the HR setup wasn’t still consolidated in India during the internship opening, leaving the Japan team to manage the… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/blog/mercari-india-software-engineer-intern-experience/">Continue reading Mercari India – Software Engineer Intern Experience</a>

July 11, 2023

Mercari Hack Fest #7: Introducing the Winners!

June 13, 2023

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