Staff Python Backend Architect (Cloud-Native)

PayPal Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 161,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a Staff Software Engineer (Backend Python) to design, build, and scale high‑performance, cloud‑native backend systems. You will lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and drive initiatives that impact millions of daily transactions.

This role demands strong distributed systems knowledge and hands‑on Python (Django or Flask) experience. Primary location is San Jose, CA with Austin, TX as an additional site; the role offers competitive compensation and benefits within a

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR equivalent education.
• Experience designing scalable, cloud-native backend systems.
• Strong Python (Django or Flask) and API design skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and architecture of scalable backend systems.
• Define and drive the technical roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Mentor engineers and promote engineering rigor and best practices.

Skills

Distributed systems

Python (Django/Flask)

Cloud-native / microservices

Leadership / mentorship

Security practices

Agile/Scrum

Open-source contributions

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

PayPal is seeking a Staff Software Engineer (Backend Python) to design, build, and scale high‑performance, cloud‑native backend systems. You will lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and drive initiatives that impact millions of daily transactions.

This role demands strong distributed systems knowledge and hands‑on Python (Django or Flask) experience. Primary location is San Jose, CA with Austin, TX as an additional site; the role offers competitive compensation and benefits within a