Staff Software Engineer

PayPal; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 274,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

PayPal is hiring a Staff Software Engineer in Austin, TX, forming a hybrid team that does 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. You will design, build, and optimize scalable backend services using Java, Golang, Python, and C++ on a distributed stack.

You’ll work with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP), Kubernetes, and high-performance stores like Aerospike/Redis, mentoring engineers and delivering low-latency solutions across fintech systems.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s with six years of related experience.
• Experience with three or more backend languages: Java, Golang, Python, or C++.
• Experience with high-performance distributed data stores (Aerospike/Redis).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) and Kubernetes.
• Experience with microservices/SOA architectures and Spring Boot or Kraken.

Responsibilities

• Analyze software requirements and translate them into scalable designs.
• Develop software that meets performance, reliability, and scalability goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define specifications and release scope.
• Write and test code with a focus on low-latency, zero-downtime deployments.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in design and code reviews.

Skills

Java

Golang

Python

C++

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Aerospike

Redis

Kubernetes

Datadog

Splunk

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 Data Services, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of PayPal, Inc., seeks Staff Software Engineer in Austin, TX.Job Duties: Analyze software product requirements and transform them into scalable technical designs by collaborating with Technical Leads and Product Managers. Develop innovative software product solutions that meet market needs in terms of functionality, performance, scalability, reliability, realistic implementation schedules, and adherence to development goals and principles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business-unit leadership to develop project specifications and solutions. Work with a dynamic team of engineers to define projects and release scope. Design and write code with a focus on identifying and troubleshooting bottlenecks and related functionality issues before implementation. Research, analyze, design, develop, and test technical solutions that are appropriate for the business and technology strategies. Develop automated tests and deliver high-quality software code to production within a short development cycle in the continuous integration and delivery environment. Conduct high scale critical systems cutovers with minimum downtime/impact. Migration from on-prem system to cloud providers. Mentor junior engineers through formal and informal discussions, code reviews, design reviews, technical presentations, and testing. Work to build a hybrid Java/Golang stack and support the infrastructure/framework team. Partial Telecommuting is permitted from within a commutable distance.Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related field, plus four 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, Information Technology, or a closely related field, plus six years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.Special Skill Requirements:1. Experience with at least three of the following backend development languages: Java, Golang, Python, or C++ (3 years);2. Experience with at least one high-performance distributed NOSQL data stores: Aerospike or Redis (3 years);3. Experience with Web front-end technologies, client-side frameworks: NodeJS, React, or Angular (2 years);4. Experience with SQL Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and MongoDB (2 years);5. Experience building and deploying application with Cloud platforms (AWS or GCP) (3 years);6. Experience conducting high-scale critical systems cutovers with 0 downtime/minimal impact (2 years);7. Architecture and Development of high-performance, low latency distributed data store with Juno DB (2 years);8. Architecture deployment of distributed systems, ensuring redundancy and high availability at Scale (3 years);9. Experience with industry standard OTEL based monitoring systems: Datadog and Splunk (2 years);10. Experience in FinTech Infrastructure deployments and operations. (3 years);11. Experience with Service-oriented architecture frameworks: Kraken or Spring Boot (3 years);12. Experience with Deployment frameworks, including Kubernetes. (2 years).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:Austin, TX | Salary: $167,149.00-273,500.00 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.