Sr Software Engineer

PayPal; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 186,000 - 271,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a Sr Software Engineer in San Jose, CA to design, develop, and release scalable software across web, mobile, and data-driven components. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure code quality, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines on cloud platforms.

The role involves mentoring, architecture discussions, and migrating old code to modern technologies while delivering enterprise-grade apps and browser extensions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or closely related field.
• 3+ years of experience in the job offered or related occupation; or Bachelor’s plus 5 years.
• Experience with Node.js, Golang or Python, React, and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and release software applications across cloud platforms.
• Participate in system design, code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines with on-call rotations.
• Mentor teammates and drive architecture discussions with well-documented design docs.
• Build enterprise applications like web apps, APIs, and browser extensions.
• Migrate legacy code to newer technologies and improve build/test systems.

Skills

Node.js (JavaScript/TypeScript)

Golang

Python

React

CI/CD pipelines

Agile/Scrum

Browser extension development

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field plus 5 years experience

Tools

GraphQL

REST

Kubernetes

Docker

CircleCI

Git

SQL/NoSQL

Caching technologies

Job description

The Company

PayPal 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 Description

PayPal, Inc. seeks Sr Software Engineer in San Jose, CA

Job Duties

Design, develop, test, and release software applications using modern programming languages and frameworks. Participate in system and application design decisions and provide robust, scalable design solutions for applications deployed on cloud platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support development of web, mobile, or data-driven application components, as needed. Write unit and integration tests, conduct code reviews, and maintain high coding standards. Provide operational support to ensure the quality of application(s), by setting up CI/CD pipelines, monitoring & alerts, etc. Engage with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment (sprint planning, daily stand-up, and release management), provide design insights, and handle inquiries from stakeholders as part of on-call support rotations. Mentor team members and provide guidelines for coding best practices and newer technologies. Drive architecture discussions, produce well-documented design docs, and participate in design and code reviews. Migrate old software code to new technologies and software architecture to take advantage of the latest technologies. Build various enterprise-level applications like web apps, APIs, and browser extensions. Ensure code quality and maintainability by evolving architecture and tech stack, refactoring, standards, and improving build and test systems. Partial telecommuting permitted from within a commutable distance.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field, plus three years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field, plus five years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation

Special Skill Requirements

• Programming skills in Node.js. (JavaScript or TypeScript) (3 years);
• Experience with Golang or Python (3 years)
• Experience with React and modern front-end architecture (2 years);
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (3 years);
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, and debugging.
• Experience developing unit, integration, and functional test suites (3 years);
• Experience working with large-scale, distributed, event-driven, highly available software systems (1 year);
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows with Kubernetes, Docker, CircleCI, and Git (2 years);
• Experience with microservices architecture, API design (GraphQL, REST), and database optimization (SQL/NoSQL) (3 years)
• Experience with distributed caching and in-memory data technologies, including open-source or managed cloud-based solutions. (3 years)
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools for sprint planning and release management.
• Knowledge of browser extension (web or mobile safari) development.

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications

EOE, including disability/vets.

Base Pay and Benefits

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: San Jose, California : Salary: $186,142.00-270,500.00 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

PayPal

Travel Percent

0

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.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

PayPal 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].

Belonging 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.