Senior Engineer - Backend (Java)

PayPal, a global leader in financial technology, is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their Payments Engineering Foundation team in Chennai. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on critical payment infrastructure that powers commerce worldwide. As a senior engineer, you'll be responsible for troubleshooting production issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving technical solutions that impact millions of users globally.

The position requires expertise in Java Spring Boot and backend development, with a focus on building and maintaining robust, scalable systems. You'll work in a hybrid environment, spending 3 days in the office for collaboration and 2 days with flexible location choice. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both strong programming skills and the ability to mentor others.

PayPal offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, equity, retirement plans, and unique perks like a 4-week sabbatical program. The company's mission to democratize financial services and its commitment to inclusion make it an ideal place for engineers who want to make a global impact while growing their careers.

The role involves working with modern technologies including Java, SQL, and Linux, while collaborating with various teams across PayPal's global organization. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and wellness, working on solutions that help hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers connect and transact safely.