Senior Engineer – Full Stack

PayPal is a global financial technology company that operates a two-sided network connecting merchants and consumers for digital payments and commerce.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Senior Engineer – Full Stack

PayPal, a global leader in financial technology, is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to join their team in Chennai. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on PayPal's global payment platform that processes millions of transactions daily. The position combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in backend technologies like Java, Python, or Ruby on Rails.

As a Senior Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and developing large-scale backend systems, leading engineering teams, and driving technical excellence. The role demands strong experience with distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native applications. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, and various cloud platforms.

PayPal offers a compelling work environment with a balanced hybrid model (3 days office, 2 days flexible), comprehensive benefits including health insurance, equity options, and retirement plans. The company's mission to democratize financial services and its commitment to innovation make it an exciting place for engineers who want to make a global impact.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of backend development experience, strong architectural skills, and a proven track record of leading teams. You'll be part of a dynamic engineering team that values code quality, customer focus, and rapid iteration. This role offers excellent growth opportunities and the chance to work on high-impact projects that shape the future of global commerce.

PayPal's inclusive culture, commitment to employee wellness, and focus on professional development make it an ideal place for engineers looking to advance their careers while working on meaningful projects that impact millions of users worldwide.

Last updated 4 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Engineer – Full Stack

  • Architect and design large-scale backend systems
  • Lead and mentor engineering teams
  • Drive technical excellence and best practices
  • Design, develop, and optimize core systems that power millions of transactions daily

Requirements For Senior Engineer – Full Stack

Java
Python
Ruby
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 5+ years of backend development experience
  • Proficiency in at least one backend language (Java, Python, Ruby on Rails)
  • Expertise in architecting and developing large-scale backend systems using Java EE with Spring MVC or Hibernate
  • Experience with designing, building, and maintaining complex RESTful APIs and microservices
  • In-depth knowledge of distributed systems, cloud-native applications, and containerization
  • Experience with large-scale data processing, caching strategies, and performance optimization
  • Strong experience with distributed systems and microservices
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor teams

Benefits For Senior Engineer – Full Stack

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
401k
Equity
  • Flexible work environment
  • Employee shares options
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • 4-week sabbatical program
  • Career development and training
  • Educational benefits
  • Company-matched giving

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