Senior Software Engineer - Android

This Senior Software Engineer - Android role at PayPal involves delivering complete solutions across the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), advising management, and guiding junior engineers with minimal supervision. You will design, develop, and optimize high-performance Android applications, lead complex mobile initiatives, collaborate with product and design leadership to shape PayPal’s mobile strategy, and architect scalable, reliable solutions that meet global business needs, championing technical excellence and best practices.

Must Have

• Deliver complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations).
• Advise immediate management on project-level issues.
• Guide junior engineers.
• Operate with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on internal conventions and industry best practices.
• Apply knowledge of technical best practices in making decisions.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Expert proficiency in Kotlin, with deep understanding of Android SDK, frameworks, and modern mobile development practices.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented design principles, coding standards, and testing patterns to ensure maintainable, high-quality code.
• Proven ability to design and build scalable, reliable, and maintainable mobile systems that meet performance and usability goals.
• Experience integrating with SQL and NoSQL databases, and familiarity with ORM frameworks such as Hibernate or JPA.
• Hands-on experience with mobile performance optimization, testing frameworks, and integration practices.
• Knowledge of mobile security best practices, including data protection, encryption, and secure network communication.

Good to Have

• Familiarity with continuous integration tools (Jenkins).
• Familiarity with application monitoring (Crashlytics, Fabric).
• Familiarity with automated testing tools (Appium, Cucumber).
• Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Perks & Benefits

• Annual performance bonus
• Equity
• Other incentive compensation
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Parental and family leave
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid time off
• Flexible work environment
• Employee shares options

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:

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.

Job Description:

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:

At PayPal, Senior Android Software Engineers are the driving force behind the innovative mobile experiences that power millions of secure transactions every day. You’ll design, develop, and optimize high-performance Android applications that deliver seamless, intuitive experiences to customers around the world. In this role, you’ll lead complex mobile initiatives, collaborate with product and design leadership to shape PayPal’s mobile strategy, and architect scalable, reliable solutions that meet global business needs. You’ll champion technical excellence and best practices across the engineering organization, mentor other developers, and stay at the forefront of emerging mobile technologies to ensure PayPal continues to set the standard for secure, world-class mobile experiences.

• Expert proficiency in Kotlin, with deep understanding of Android SDK, frameworks, and modern mobile development practices.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented design principles, coding standards, and testing patterns to ensure maintainable, high-quality code.
• Proven ability to design and build scalable, reliable, and maintainable mobile systems that meet performance and usability goals.
• Experience integrating with SQL and NoSQL databases, and familiarity with ORM frameworks such as Hibernate or JPA.
• Hands-on experience with mobile performance optimization, testing frameworks, and integration practices.
• Familiarity with continuous integration tools (Jenkins), application monitoring (Crashlytics, Fabric), and automated testing tools (Appium, Cucumber).
• Knowledge of mobile security best practices, including data protection, encryption, and secure network communication.
• Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

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:

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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 paypalglobaltalentacquisition@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.

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