Software Engineer 3

PayPal; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 244,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Annual bonus

Equity

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a Software Engineer 3 in San Jose, CA to design, develop, and optimize backend systems powering millions of transactions daily. You will build scalable RESTful services in Java, work with Spring and Hibernate, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.

The role offers a hybrid work model, opportunities to mentor junior engineers, and exposure to cloud platforms like AWS/GCP/Azure, Kafka/ActiveMQ, and GraphQL.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in CS/Engineering or related field with 2+ years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience accepted as alternative.
• Strong coding skills in Java and OO design.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs for microservices.
• Familiarity with Spring Frameworks and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize core systems powering millions of transactions.
• Develop scalable backend services and RESTful APIs in Java.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.
• Mentor junior engineers and improve system reliability and performance.

Skills

Java

REST APIs

Spring Framework

Distributed systems

Cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Hibernate

Kafka

ActiveMQ

WebSocket

GraphQL

Mobile platforms (iOS/Android)

Education

Master’s degree in CS/Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Spring Boot

WebSocket

SQL/NoSQL databases

Hibernate

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:Job Description:PayPal, Inc. seeks Software Engineer 3 in San Jose, CAJob Duties: Design, develop, and optimize core systems that power millions of transactions daily, directly impacting customers’ experiences and our company’s success. Design and implement RESTful services, focusing on scalability and reliability, using Java. Build and implement scalable backend solutions and systems. Optimize system performance and reliability, troubleshoot and solve technical issues with rapid iteration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. Mentor junior engineers. Maintain advanced proficiency in backend development Java, Python, Ruby on Rails, Spring MVC, and Hibernate. Partial telecommuting permitted from within a commutable distance.Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field plus two years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering or a closely related field plus five years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.Special Skill Requirements:1. Experience in designing and developing large-scale distributed software applications using Object-Oriented Design and Java (2 years)2. Experience with designing and building RESTful APIs for microservices (2 years)3. Experience with developing enterprise systems using Spring Frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data, Spring MVC, Spring Cloud, Spring Batch, and WebSocket (2 years)4. Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP or Azure (2 years)5. Applying data structures and algorithms, along with using enterprise design patterns (2 years)6. Experience with database design, including SQL and NoSQL databases, and experience with ORM tools and framework like Hibernate (2 years)7. Experience in building asynchronous event-driven enterprise systems using messaging frameworks like Apache Kafka and ActiveMQ (2 year)8. Experience in optimizing system performance and reliability (2 years)9. Experience in designing and developing scalable, high-performance microservices (2 years)10. Exposure to GraphQL and mobile platforms like iOS and Android (1 year)Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:EOE, including disability/vets.The base pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay for this role by location is:Primary Location | Pay Range:San Jose, California | Salary: $169,576.00-243,500.00 per annum. 40 hours per week; M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.Subsidiary: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.