Sr Software Engineer

PayPal; Chennai; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a software engineer to join the Global Merchant Lending (GML) team within SMB & Financial Services. You will develop efficient, clean, reusable code across the SDLC and mentor peers, delivering quality solutions on schedule.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience with React, Next.js, Express, and strong testing knowledge (Cypress, Playwright, Jest). Java/Spring/REST and messaging like Kafka/ActiveMQ are a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
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Responsibilities

• Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the SDLC (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations).
• Guides junior engineers and advises management on project-level issues.
• Operates with little day-to-day supervision and applies industry best practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

React

Next.js

Express

Cypress

Playwright

Jest

Java

Spring

REST API

Kafka

ActiveMQ

Job description

The CompanyPayPal 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:The GML team (Global Merchant Lending) is part of SMB & Financial Services group within PayPal. The Team owns a variety of Lending Products like PayPal Working Capital, PayPal Business Loan etc. operating in markets across the world. GML products give SMBs, the access to the capital they need, but faster and easier than traditional loans. The impact we have on our customers’ businesses is what drives us to innovate.You will be responsible for Developing efficient, elegant, clean, reusable code with no unnecessary complication or abstraction. Mentor other engineers and developers by providing technical and business-related guidance and resources; Should exhibit ownership and Deliver quality solutions on schedule. Will be responsible to create / Review well-articulated, detailed design documents.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 issuesGuides junior engineersOperates with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practicesApplies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisionsMinimum Qualifications:3+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:Expected Qualifications:o 5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.· Preferred QualificationsCandidate with expertise in React, Next.js, and Express to build and optimize modern web applications.Awareness of testing frameworks like Cypress, Playwright, JEST is mandatory.Experience in performance aspects like caching, code splitting, lazy loading, pagination, etc & Security aspects like authentication, CORS, xss.Understanding of Java, Spring, REST API and Messaging Architectures like ActiveMQ/Kafka is a plus.Experience in online payments/loan management system and related domains is a plusSubsidiary:PayPalTravel Percent:0PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.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 comprehensive, choice-based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.Who We Are:Commitment to Diversity and InclusionPayPal 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] 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.