Principal Cloud Data Platform Architect (Hybrid)

PayPal; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 218,000 - 323,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Healthcare coverage

Mental-health support

Equity or performance bonuses

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a Principal Engineer to guide the technology vision for Venmo’s data platform in San Jose, California. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, preferably in financial technology, and a Bachelor’s degree. Responsibilities include setting the architectural direction, collaborating with senior executives, and mentoring other engineers.

This role offers compensation ranging from $218,000.00 to $323,950.00 annually, with a hybrid work model and extensive benefits including paid time off and healthcare coverage.

Qualifications

• 10+ years relevant experience in engineering.
• Experience in financial technology or regulated industries is a plus.
• Ability to mentor senior engineers into leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology vision and architectural direction for Venmo’s data platform.
• Influence senior executives on multi-year business strategies.
• Manage technical goals for mission-critical databases and systems.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentorship

Data pipeline frameworks

Resilience engineering

AI/ML workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

PayPal is seeking a Principal Engineer to guide the technology vision for Venmo’s data platform in San Jose, California. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, preferably in financial technology, and a Bachelor’s degree. Responsibilities include setting the architectural direction, collaborating with senior executives, and mentoring other engineers.

This role offers compensation ranging from $218,000.00 to $323,950.00 annually, with a hybrid work model and extensive benefits including paid time off and healthcare coverage.