Senior Software Engineer, Backend Java

Senior Software Engineer, Backend Java role at PayPal Job Description Summary: This job delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). It involves advising management on project?level issues, guiding junior engineers, operating with little supervision, and applying knowledge of technical best practices. Essential Responsibilities Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations), based on definitions from more senior roles. Advises immediate management on project?level issues Guides junior engineers Operates with little day?to?day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practices Applies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisions Expected Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Additional Responsibilities And Preferred Qualifications Meet Your Team PayPal is transforming global commerce. Our Engineering team is the heart of this transformation. Were building innovative solutions that delight customers and drive business growth. Join our dynamic engineering team at PayPal, where youll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented peers and work on high?impact projects in an agile environment. Were not just building systems; were creating scalable, high?performance solutions that make a real difference in global commerce. We prioritize code quality, customer focus, and rapid iteration. Our engineers work closely with design, product, and QA teams to deliver world?class experiences. 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 Software Engineer, Backend Java, 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 Benefits At PayPal, were committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we cant do this without our most important assetyou. Thats why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you. We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee share options, health and life insurance, and more. EEO Statement 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 paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr