Staff Data Infra Engineer - Venmo

PayPal's Venmo division is seeking a Staff Data Infrastructure Engineer to join their team in San Jose, California. This role sits at the intersection of data engineering and infrastructure, supporting Venmo's critical data movement and message streaming infrastructure at scale.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with one of the world's leading fintech companies, specifically within the popular Venmo platform. As a Staff Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing secure, scalable, and performant data infrastructure that supports Venmo's product, analytics, and infrastructure teams.

The role combines deep technical expertise in data engineering with infrastructure management, requiring experience with both traditional databases and modern cloud technologies. You'll work with a comprehensive tech stack including AWS services (S3, DMS, SQS, Glue), Apache Kafka, Spark, and various programming languages (Python, Java, Bash).

Key responsibilities include building scalable data pipeline architectures, implementing message streaming solutions, and creating tools that transform data into actionable insights. You'll collaborate with executive leadership, product teams, and analytics groups to support data infrastructure needs and resolve technical challenges.

The position offers competitive compensation ($84,500 - $204,600) and comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, and a flexible hybrid work model. PayPal provides a collaborative, inclusive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

This role is ideal for experienced engineers who are passionate about building robust data infrastructure at scale, have strong communication skills, and want to contribute to a product that millions of people use daily. The position offers the unique opportunity to work on challenging technical problems while directly impacting how people manage and move money in the digital age.

Working at PayPal/Venmo means joining a company committed to democratizing financial services and ensuring everyone can participate fully in the global economy. The company's culture emphasizes inclusion, innovation, collaboration, and wellness, with various programs and benefits supporting these values.