Staff Software Engineer

The Company

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years

Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy

We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers

We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person

PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks

We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers

We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds

We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards

Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other

We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts

We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk

We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade

Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day

We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness

Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities

Job Description Summary:

This role presents a unique opportunity to delve into the dynamic realm of Credit Fintech alongside some of the most talented engineers at PayPal

Collaborating within this domain offers an enriching experience, where innovation thrives and challenges are met with cutting-edge solutions

Working here not only provides an avenue for professional growth but also fosters a collaborative environment that empowers engineers to make significant impacts in the world of fintech As the MTS 2 Lead Software Engineer, you will collaborate with the team in design, developing, testing, and deploying a diverse range of products across web and mobile platforms

The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in crafting customer-facing experiences, exceptional technical proficiency, effective communication skills, and a drive to excel in a fast-paced environment

Job Description:

What You Need To Know About The Role-

This role presents a unique opportunity to delve into the dynamic realm of Credit Fintech alongside some of the most talented engineers at PayPal

Collaborating within this domain offers an enriching experience, where innovation thrives and challenges are met with cutting-edge solutions

Working here not only provides an avenue for professional growth but also fosters a collaborative environment that empowers engineers to make significant impacts in the world of fintech

Meet our team

As the Software Engineer, you will collaborate with the team in design, developing, testing, and deploying a diverse range of products across web and mobile platforms

The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in crafting customer-facing experiences, exceptional technical proficiency, effective communication skills, and a drive to excel in a fast-paced environment

Your day to day

Collaborate with Product Owners and cross-functional teams to comprehend business requirements and deliver scalable solutions

Proactively identify and communicate potential issues to the team and management in a timely manner

Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers, product managers, and architects to design and develop a highly scalable and configurable Credit Risk Platform

Contribute to design meetings, proposing, discussing, and refining new features and functionalities

Engage in all phases of the project life cycle, from kickoff through requirements analysis, design, and implementation

Demonstrate self-starting capabilities, working independently or as part of a team, and possess strong communication skills for interfacing with business partners and Technology

Communicate technical standards, principles, methodology, and trends to stakeholders effectively

Apply analytical and innovative thinking to develop comprehensive detailed specifications

Excel in cross-functional collaboration and achieve results in matrix organizations

Utilize experience in engineering support throughout the product development life cycle (PDLC)

Possess working knowledge of fintech standards and practices, preferred

What you need to bring:

Proficiency in back-end development utilizing Java EE technologies (Java, application servers, servlet containers, JMS, JPA, Spring MVC, Hibernate)

Strong object-oriented programming (OOP) skills, with the ability to analyze requirements and translate them into scalable software designs

Hands-on experience with REST APIs and adeptness in designing and constructing web services/microservices in a commercial environment

Familiarity with SQL and knowledge of other NoSQL and modern database technologies

Proficiency in software engineering tools (e g

, Java build tools) and adherence to best practices such as unit testing, test automation, continuous integration, etc,

Advocacy for code craftsmanship, adherence to good coding standards, and utilization of tools to enhance the quality of delivered code

Demonstrated curiosity, passion for technology, a sense of ownership, and a commitment to excellence

Experience in Agile/Scrum methodology for software development

Good understanding of web services and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) standards like REST, OAuth, and JSON

For the majority of employees, PayPal's 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:

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 shares options, health and life insurance and more