Senior Staff Database Engineer

2 Months ago • 15 Years + • Programming

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Staff Database Engineer at PayPal, you will be at the forefront of driving innovation and reliability in the company's global payments platform. You will be responsible for developing AI-native solutions to optimize operational workflows and enhance system reliability. This role involves architecting cloud-native data platform strategies, implementing infrastructure-as-code initiatives, defining encryption strategies, and leading critical incident management. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive technical innovation within a fast-paced environment. You will be working with advanced database technologies at a global scale, collaborating with top-tier engineers to implement intelligent, automated solutions that proactively identify and resolve complex system challenges.
Must have:
  • 15+ years of advanced database technologies experience
  • Proven track record in complex, large-scale data platform transformations
  • Deep expertise in cloud computing architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Advanced scripting skills (Python, Bash)
  • Exceptional cross-functional communication

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 Staff Database Engineer, you will be responsible for driving innovation and reliability in this infrastructure. You'll work with advanced database technologies at a global scale, collaborating with top-tier engineers to implement intelligent, automated solutions that proactively identify and resolve complex system challenges. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking technologist who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving intricate technical problems, and is passionate about developing robust, AI-augmented systems that operate at unprecedented global scale. Job Description:

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

  • Lead complex database platform initiatives, developing AI-native solutions to optimize operational workflows and enhance system reliability.
  • Architect cloud-native data platform strategies with multi-cloud capabilities
  • Drive infrastructure-as-code initiatives with advanced automation strategies
  • Define encryption strategy, access controls, and secure data handling practices
  • Implement robust monitoring and observability solutions
  • Proactively identify and resolve potential system bottlenecks
  • Conduct comprehensive performance tuning and optimization
  • Lead critical incident management and resolution processes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives
  • Mentor junior engineers and drive technical innovation
What do you need to bring:
  • 15+ years of advanced database technologies experience
  • Proven track record in complex, large-scale data platform transformations
  • Deep expertise in cloud computing architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Advanced scripting skills (Python, Bash)
  • Systems thinking approach to technological challenges
  • Exceptional cross-functional communication and influence
  • Ethical decision-making in data management
  • Strategic vision for technological innovation
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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