Senior Java Backend Engineer—Cloud & Microservices

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

PayPal in Scottsdale, Arizona, is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and release Java-based software in a Linux/Unix environment. You will work on multiple product features with minimal guidance and manage timelines.

The role includes participating in design reviews, mentoring teammates, and advancing SDLC tasks, with a balanced hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 remote). The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Object-oriented Java backend development.
• Spring Framework for building backend services.
• RESTful APIs for microservices and distributed systems.
• Databases (MySQL / MongoDB / Oracle).
• Cloud-based development across AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Git and CI/CD (e.g., Jenkins or Harness).
• Data modeling, DTOs, and API design patterns.
• Experience with Python, Go, or JavaScript for cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and release software in Java within a Linux/Unix environment.
• Work on multiple product features with minimal guidance and manage timelines.
• Participate in design and code reviews and mentor teammates.
• Contribute to SDLC processes and code reviews.

Skills

Java backend

Spring

RESTful APIs

Databases

Cloud

Git & CI/CD

Data modeling

Polyglot programming

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Engineering

Job description

PayPal in Scottsdale, Arizona, is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and release Java-based software in a Linux/Unix environment. You will work on multiple product features with minimal guidance and manage timelines.

The role includes participating in design reviews, mentoring teammates, and advancing SDLC tasks, with a balanced hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 remote). The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.