PayPal

Senior Software Engineer - Backend (Java))

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18 hours ago
Chennai, India or Bengaluru, IndiaSenior

Responsibilities

  • Deliver complete software solutions across design, implementation, testing, delivery, and operations.
  • Design, develop, and optimize scalable backend systems for PayPal’s payment platform.
  • Improve system performance and reliability.
  • Advise management on project-level technical issues.
  • Make technical decisions with limited day-to-day supervision.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and design discussions.

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least 5 years of backend development experience and a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field preferred.
  • Proficiency in at least one backend language, including Java, Python, or Ruby on Rails.
  • Advanced backend development experience with Java EE frameworks, Spring MVC, or Hibernate.
  • Experience designing and implementing scalable and reliable RESTful services using Java.
  • Experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, database design, and ORM tools.
  • Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and design discussions.
  • Experience with large-scale, high-performance systems preferred.
  • Knowledge of the payment processing industry and relevant regulations preferred.
  • Contributions to open-source projects preferred.

Benefits

  • Balanced hybrid work model with 3 days in the office and 2 days either in the PayPal office or at home.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Healthcare coverage for employees and their families.
  • Resources supporting financial security and mental health.
  • Flexible, balanced work culture with comprehensive wellbeing programs.

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PayPal

About PayPal

10,000+ employees

PayPal builds digital payments platforms for consumers and merchants, including PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom, supporting online, in‑app, and in‑person checkout and peer‑to‑peer transfers. It earns primarily from transaction and merchant processing fees, plus value‑added services such as risk management and branded credit. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Jose, California, PayPal operates in roughly 200 markets and is a public company traded on NASDAQ.

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