Java Backend Engineer – Cloud, REST & Microservices

PayPal; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal in Scottsdale, Arizona seeks a Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and release Java software in a Linux/Unix environment, working on multiple features with minimal guidance and contributing to SDLC tasks.

Partial telecommuting is permitted within a commutable distance; the role offers a balanced hybrid model with 3 days in office and 2 days remote, with competitive base pay and potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in CS/Engineering or related field.
• Experience with Java backend in Linux/Unix environments.
• Strong knowledge of Spring, RESTful APIs, and database systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and release Java software in Linux/Unix.
• Lead design/code reviews and participate actively.
• Manage project timelines and delivery.
• Support cross-team collaboration and staff training.

Skills

Java-based backend development

Spring Framework

RESTful APIs

Relational databases (MySQL)

NoSQL databases (MongoDB)

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Git / CICD pipelines

DTOs / API design

Cross-language familiarity (Python, Go

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Bachelor's degree + 3 years experience

Tools

MySQL

MongoDB

Oracle

AWS

GCP

Azure

Git

Jenkins

Harness

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

PayPal in Scottsdale, Arizona seeks a Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and release Java software in a Linux/Unix environment, working on multiple features with minimal guidance and contributing to SDLC tasks.

Partial telecommuting is permitted within a commutable distance; the role offers a balanced hybrid model with 3 days in office and 2 days remote, with competitive base pay and potential bonuses.