Senior Engineer - Backend (Java)

Job Description

Job Summary What you need to know about the role As the Lead Software Engineer, you will play a lead role with a team of engineers in designing, developing, testing, and deploying highly scalable platform services. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in designing and implementing high available backend services in a distributed system, exceptional technical proficiency, effective communication skills, and a drive to excel in a fast-paced environment. Meet our Team The Risk Payment Platform Engineering team at PayPal is tasked with crucial responsibilities including risk product solutioning, fraud detection and risk management, and platform LTA build out. We are at the forefront of designing, developing, enhancing, and supporting services that are integral to every interaction between PayPal and its users and partners. Our solutions are engineered to seamlessly scale across millions of interactions, leveraging petabyte-scale data, real-time integration with various APIs, and ensuring high availability and configurability to meet the dynamic needs of the business. To stay ahead, we constantly explore advancements in technology and science, aligning them with business imperatives. Job Description Your way to impact At PayPal, Backend Software Engineers are the architects of our global payment platform. Youll design, develop, and optimize core systems that power millions of transactions daily, directly impacting our customers experiences and our companys success. Your day-to-day As a Staff Engineer - Backend , you will architect and lead the development of complex backend systems, drive innovation, and mentor the team. Architect and design large-scale backend systems. Lead and mentor engineering teams. Drive technical excellence and best practices Strong analytical skills including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. What do you need to bring Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field. 5+ years of backend development experience. Proficiency in at least one backend language (Java, Python, Ruby on Rails) Expertise in architecting and developing large-scale backend systems using Java EE with extensive experience in Spring MVC or Hibernate. Proven track record of designing, building, and maintaining complex RESTful APIs and microservices. Leadership in guiding engineering teams through complex technical challenges and design decisions. In-depth knowledge of distributed systems, cloud-native applications, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with large-scale data processing, caching strategies, and performance optimization. Strong experience with distributed systems and microservices. Proven ability to lead and mentor teams. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Agile methodology , large-scale, high-performance systems. Knowledge of the payment processing industry and relevant regulations. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure). Contributions to open-source projects Preferred Qualification Subsidiary PayPal Travel Percent 0 For the majority of employees, PayPals balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations. Our Benefits We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https//www.paypalbenefits.com . Who We Are Click Here to learn more about our culture and community. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentaccommodations@paypal.com . Belonging at PayPal Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal. Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community . We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don t hesitate to apply.