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MTS 1, Software Engineer

PayPal is a global digital payments platform that enables consumers and merchants to transfer funds, make payments, and manage money across 200 markets worldwide.
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Finance

Description For MTS 1, Software Engineer

PayPal, a global leader in digital payments processing, is seeking a talented MTS 1 Software Engineer to join their Verification Platform team within the Compliance domain. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of PayPal's security and compliance infrastructure, building and maintaining critical systems that power user verification, identity authentication, and fraud prevention for millions of users worldwide.

The position requires 8+ years of software development experience, with at least 4 years specifically in the FinTech industry. The ideal candidate will bring strong Java programming expertise, along with proficiency in modern frontend technologies like React, Node.js, and TypeScript. You'll be working on designing and optimizing APIs and core services that enable Know Your Customer (KYC) capabilities across the company while ensuring regulatory compliance and seamless user experience.

As part of PayPal's engineering team, you'll be working in a hybrid environment, with 3 days in the office for collaborative work and 2 days flexible between office or home. The role offers comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, educational benefits, and a unique 4-week sabbatical program. You'll be part of a company that processes transactions in over 200 markets and serves hundreds of millions of active accounts globally.

The position offers significant growth opportunities, working with cutting-edge technologies in financial services while collaborating with global teams. You'll be instrumental in building secure, scalable systems that protect PayPal's ecosystem while enabling seamless financial transactions worldwide. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both strong engineering skills and the ability to mentor others.

PayPal offers a competitive compensation package, including employee stock options, comprehensive health benefits, and professional development opportunities. The company's commitment to diversity and inclusion, along with its mission to democratize financial services, makes it an exciting place for engineers who want to make a real impact on global financial inclusion.

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Responsibilities For MTS 1, Software Engineer

  • Architect and lead the development of scalable, high-availability systems that support user verification, identity authentication, and fraud prevention at scale
  • Design and optimize APIs and core services that enable Know Your Customer (KYC), identity proofing, and risk signals across the company
  • Identify and mitigate system bottlenecks, and lead performance and reliability improvements across critical user flows
  • Mentor and grow the next generation, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product, risk, data science, and infrastructure teams to deliver secure and compliant solutions
  • Lead complex incident response and root cause analysis, ensuring continuous improvement of system resilience and fraud detection capabilities

Requirements For MTS 1, Software Engineer

Java
React
Node.js
TypeScript
  • Strong Java programming skills with proven ability to design and develop scalable backend systems
  • 8+ years of hands-on software development experience, with 4+ years in the FinTech industry
  • Solid understanding of frontend technologies such as React, Node.js and TypeScript
  • Experience with modern application architectures and financial systems
  • Deep knowledge of compliance and security considerations in financial technology
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Experience working with globally distributed engineering teams

Benefits For MTS 1, Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Mental Health Assistance
Education Budget
  • Comprehensive Health and Wellness programs
  • Retirement and investment resources
  • Paid Time Off and 4-week sabbatical program
  • Career and Leadership Training and Development
  • Educational benefits
  • Company-matched giving
  • Flexible hybrid work model (3 days office, 2 days flexible)
  • Employee shares options
  • Health and life insurance

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