Database Engineer

1 Month ago • All levels • Programming

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Database Engineer at PayPal, you will enhance database performance and reliability. Responsibilities include supporting database platform initiatives, implementing cloud-native data solutions, automating infrastructure, implementing secure data handling practices, and improving monitoring. You will perform performance tuning, participate in incident resolution, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role involves working in a global, fast-paced environment to solve technical challenges related to payment processing and data services. This role is well suited for engineers eager to contribute to the company's mission of revolutionizing commerce.
Must have:
  • 9+ years of hands-on experience with advanced database technologies
  • Experience designing and supporting data platforms at scale
  • Experience with cloud computing architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash)
Perks:
  • Flexible work environment
  • Employee shares options
  • Health and life insurance

Job Details

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 Summary:

Your way to impact

At PayPal, the Transaction Processing and Data Services (TPDS) team powers the backbone of our global payments platform, processing billions of transactions through our mission-critical OLTP database infrastructure. As a Senior Database Engineer, you will play a key role in enhancing database performance and reliability through detailed technical execution and collaboration with cross-functional teams. This role is suited for engineers eager to contribute to solving technical challenges in a global, fast-paced environment.

Job Description:

In your day-to-day role, your responsibilities include:

  • Support database platform initiatives focused on scalability and operational reliability
  • Assist with implementing cloud-native data solutions and multi-cloud database strategies
  • Collaborate on infrastructure-as-code projects to enhance automation capabilities
  • Implement secure data handling practices, including encryption and access controls
  • Contribute to monitoring and observability improvements for database systems
  • Perform detailed performance tuning and system optimization tasks
  • Participate in incident resolution efforts to minimize downtime and drive system stability.
  • Work with multiple cross-functional stakeholders to understand technical requirements and deliver database solutions
  • Collaborate effectively with teams to drive incident resolution and identify areas for improvement.

What do you need to bring:

  • 9+ years of hands-on experience with advanced database technologies
  • Proven experience in designing and supporting data platforms at scale
  • Experience with cloud computing architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams and deliver impactful results
  • Vision for driving technological innovation and automation

Preferred Qualification:

Subsidiary:

PayPal

Travel Percent:

0

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, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s 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. 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.

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