Backend API Engineer (Java) — REST & Observability

PayPal; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 244,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Balanced hybrid work model

Healthcare coverage

Financial security programs

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a Software Engineer in New York, NY to architect, develop, and maintain scalable REST APIs using Java. You will collaborate with dispersed teams to deliver robust, secure, and high-quality backend solutions, applying TDD and agile processes.

The role includes monitoring, deployment, and staying current with AI/ML integrations to improve developer tools and API experiences. The position supports a balanced hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 days remote) with generous

Qualifications

• Must design and develop large-scale software using OO concepts.
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Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable REST APIs in Java for PayPal's backend.
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Skills

Java

Python

SQL

RESTful APIs design

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

Spring WebFlux/Reactive

AI/ML integration

Observability tools

Kibana

Datadog

Test-driven development (TDD)

Agile methodologies

Code deployment in production

Self-testing & monitoring

Object-Oriented Design

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field + 3 years experience

Tools

Kibana

Datadog

Java

Spring Boot

Job description

PayPal is seeking a Software Engineer in New York, NY to architect, develop, and maintain scalable REST APIs using Java. You will collaborate with dispersed teams to deliver robust, secure, and high-quality backend solutions, applying TDD and agile processes.

The role includes monitoring, deployment, and staying current with AI/ML integrations to improve developer tools and API experiences. The position supports a balanced hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 days remote) with generous