Sr Software Engineer - Java

At PayPal Merchant Integration, we are a supportive, forward-thinking, globally distributed community of customer-centric technologists. We build, enhance, and scale back-end applications that underpin our customer integration experience. Your work will directly contribute to PayPal’s mission of making PayPal the most secure, reliable, and delightful way to shop, empowering experiences that bring consumers and businesses together. The Merchant Platform team is looking for talented Java backend engineers to create new products, focusing on high standard engineering excellence and scalable applications and services.

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.
• Develop and maintain backend components.
• Write clean, efficient code adhering to coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
• 5+ years of backend development experience and a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Strong foundation in programming concepts and data structures.
• Proficiency in at least one backend language (Java, Python, Ruby on Rails).
• Proficiency in back-end development utilizing Java EE technologies (Java, application servers, servlet containers, JMS, JPA, Spring MVC, Hibernate).
• Strong understanding of web services and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) standards, including REST, OAuth, and JSON, with experience in Java environments.
• Experience with ORM (Object-Relational Mapper) tools, working within Java-based solutions like Hibernate.
• Experience with databases (SQL, NoSQL).

Good to Have

• Experience with large-scale, high-performance systems.
• Knowledge of the payment processing industry and relevant regulations.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Contributions to open-source projects.

Perks & Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Employee shares options
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

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:

Meet our team

At PayPal Merchant Integration, we are a supportive, forward-thinking, globally distributed community of customer-centric technologists. We celebrate our successes, learn from our challenges, and always keep pushing forward. Whether we're brainstorming for the next big feature, tackling complex technical challenges, or sharing insights from our latest project, there's a shared sense of purpose and excitement for what we're building. Our contributions are high volume business critical flows that bring revenue to the company, and we take pride in empowering experiences that bring consumers and businesses together

Your work will directly contribute to PayPal’s overarching mission of making PayPal the most secure, reliable, and delightful way to shop. By building, enhancing, and scaling the back-end applications that underpin our customer integration experience. Your efforts in developing high-quality, secure, and performant software solutions will not only improve consumer experiences but also drive new opportunities for merchants to connect with consumers. Your role goes beyond coding; it's about making a tangible impact on the lives of millions.

What do you need to know about the role

The Merchant Platform team is looking for talented, creative, and passionate Java backend engineers to create a new product. The role expects a high standard of engineering excellence and a deep understanding of building and maintaining scalable applications and services.

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:

Your way to impact

At PayPal, Backend Software Engineers are the architects of our global payment platform. You'll design, develop, and optimize core systems that power millions of transactions daily, directly impacting our customers' experiences and our company's success.

Your day-to-day

As an Engineer - Backend you'll contribute to building robust backend systems. You'll collaborate closely with experienced engineers to learn and grow your skills.

• Develop and maintain backend components.
• Write clean, efficient code adhering to coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.

What do you need to Bring

• 5+ years of backend development experience and a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Strong foundation in programming concepts and data structures.
• Proficiency in at least one backend language (Java, Python, Ruby on Rails)
• Proficiency in back-end development utilizing Java EE technologies (Java, application servers, servlet containers, JMS, JPA, Spring MVC, Hibernate)
• Strong understanding of web services and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) standards, including REST, OAuth, and JSON, with experience in Java environments.
• Experience with ORM (Object-Relational Mapper) tools, working within Java-based solutions like Hibernate.
• Experience with databases (SQL, NoSQL)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale, high-performance systems.
• Knowledge of the payment processing industry and relevant regulations.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Contributions to open-source projects.

"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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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

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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

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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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We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.

About Us

PayPal is on a mission to revolutionize commerce globally. We’re driving our company, industry, and society forward with vision and velocity. With our commitment to excellence, innovation, and talent, the possibilities are limitless. ​

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