Senior Staff Engineer - Web

PayPal is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to join their Design System Team, playing a crucial role in developing the foundational elements that power PayPal's suite of web products and brands, including PayPal, Venmo, and Zettle. This position offers an opportunity to work at one of the world's leading fintech companies, with a competitive salary range of $107,300 to $259,600.

The role requires 14+ years of front-end development experience and demands expertise in modern web technologies, particularly React and component-driven architecture. As a Senior Staff Engineer, you'll be responsible for building and maintaining reusable, scalable web components that ensure consistency across PayPal's diverse product ecosystem. The position involves close collaboration with designers, engineers, and product teams across multiple locations.

PayPal offers a balanced hybrid work model with 3 days in the office and 2 days flexible between office or home. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, equity options, and unique perks like a 4-week sabbatical program. The role is based in New York City and offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that shape the future of digital payments.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in design systems, accessibility standards, and modern front-end development practices. You'll be expected to drive engineering excellence, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the technical direction of PayPal's design system. This position offers the chance to work on products used by millions of customers worldwide while being part of a company that values inclusion, innovation, collaboration, and wellness.

PayPal's mission to democratize financial services and ensure universal access to the global economy makes this an opportunity to contribute to meaningful technological advancement while working with cutting-edge web technologies. The company's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, combined with its global reach and impact, makes this an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers looking to make a significant impact in financial technology.