Senior Staff Engineer – Backend (Python)

PayPal, a global leader in financial technology, is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer – Backend (Python) to join their engineering team. This role represents a unique opportunity to work at a company that has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years, serving approximately 200 markets worldwide.

The position offers a compelling blend of technical leadership and hands-on development, where you'll be responsible for architecting and implementing large-scale backend systems that power millions of daily transactions. As a Senior Staff Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in defining and executing long-term technical vision while mentoring and developing senior engineering talent.

The role demands expertise in Python backend development, with a focus on frameworks like Django or Flask, and strong experience with enterprise-grade database systems. You'll be working on critical systems that connect hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers, requiring exceptional skills in scalability, reliability, and security.

PayPal offers an attractive compensation package ranging from $107,300 to $259,600, along with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, and a unique sabbatical program. The company embraces a balanced hybrid work model with 3 days in office and 2 days flexible, promoting both collaborative work and individual productivity.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of backend development experience, proven architectural leadership, and a track record of delivering large-scale, multi-year engineering projects. You'll be joining a company that values inclusion, innovation, collaboration, and wellness, working on solutions that make financial services more accessible globally.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on PayPal's technical infrastructure while working with cutting-edge technologies and talented engineers. You'll be part of a team that's not just building systems, but creating scalable, high-performance solutions that make a real difference in global commerce.