Staff Software Backend Engineer (Java)

PayPal, a global leader in digital payments with over 25 years of experience, is seeking a Staff Software Backend Engineer (Java) to join their innovative team in San Jose. This role is crucial for the payments platform team, which is responsible for developing solutions that maintain and extend PayPal's leadership in online payments.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact projects that contribute to PayPal's $1B revenue portfolio. As a Staff Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing scalable solutions that power PayPal's global payment infrastructure, which serves hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers across approximately 200 markets.

The role combines technical excellence with strategic thinking, requiring you to collaborate with cross-functional teams including business, product, analytics, and user experience design. You'll be responsible for developing robust solutions to complex problems while maintaining high standards of code quality and system operational characteristics.

PayPal offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $84,500 to $204,600, along with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, and equity opportunities. The company embraces a balanced hybrid work model with 3 days in office and 2 days flexible between office and home.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of experience in building production software systems, strong Java expertise, and excellent communication skills. You'll be joining a fast-paced, agile team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on global financial technology while working with cutting-edge technologies and talented professionals.

PayPal's culture emphasizes inclusion, innovation, collaboration, and wellness, making it an ideal environment for engineers who want to contribute to meaningful work while growing their careers. The company's mission of democratizing financial services aligns with their commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive global economy.