Enterprise Architect

PayPal is seeking a visionary Enterprise Architect to join their team as a technical leader and strategic advisor for key business portfolios. This role sits at the intersection of technology and business, driving the architectural evolution of critical systems while ensuring platforms remain cutting-edge, resilient, and adaptable to future needs.

As an Enterprise Architect, you'll be part of a focused team that plays a pivotal role in defining the company's technology strategy. Working closely with business leaders across various portfolios, you'll translate strategic priorities into technical imperatives that shape the future of PayPal's platforms. The position offers the opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor to the CTO staff and coach emerging technical talent.

The role demands both technical expertise and leadership skills, as you'll be responsible for ensuring robust system architecture while developing junior engineers and helping leadership navigate the complex interplay of business goals and technical execution. You'll collaborate with stakeholders to translate ideas into reality, provide clarity in complex decision-making scenarios, and set standards for technical excellence.

PayPal operates a global, two-sided network connecting hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers, facilitating secure transactions and financial services. The company's technology enables various payment solutions, fund transfers, and cross-border commerce, making it a leader in the financial technology sector. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, equity compensation, retirement benefits, and a flexible hybrid work environment with 3 days in office and 2 days flexible.

The ideal candidate brings creativity, pragmatism, and empathy, combined with strong technical acumen and communication skills. With 10+ years of software engineering experience, you should have a proven track record of designing large-scale systems and mentoring engineers. Experience with high-volume platforms and modern technologies is highly valued.