Senior Software Engineer - Python

SupportFinity™; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Employee stock options

Health and life insurance

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - Python to design, develop, and optimize backend systems powering payment platforms. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products, mentor engineers, and contribute to scalable solutions. A strong background in Python and RESTful services is essential.

Preferred: experience with Django/Flask, ORM tools, and both SQL and NoSQL databases. This role supports our hybrid work model with office days and remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience is required.
• Proficiency in Python programming language.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and review designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver backend solutions.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

Mentoring

Algorithms

SQL/NoSQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

Django

Flask

ORM tools

Job description

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 Description 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

At PayPal, Senior Software Engineers are the architects of our global payment platform.

Your way to impact

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 a Senior Software Engineer - Python, you’ll design and implement backend solutions. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.

• Design and develop scalable backend systems.
• Optimize system performance and reliability.
• Mentor junior engineers.

What Do You Need To Bring

• 5+ years of backend development experience and bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Proficiency in Python programming language.
• Advanced proficiency in backend development with Python frameworks, including Django, or Flask.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful services, focusing on scalability and reliability, using Python.
• Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and design discussions.
• Understanding of algorithmic techniques, design patterns
• Strong understanding of database design, including SQL and NoSQL databases, and experience with ORM tools.

Additional Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications

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.

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

To learn more about our culture and community visit https://about.pypl.com/who-we-are/default.aspx

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 [e-mail].

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.

About the company

PayPal