Engineer – Backend (Java)

PayPal is seeking a Backend Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team that's transforming global commerce. This role is part of PayPal's mission to revolutionize financial services and create innovative experiences for moving money, selling, and shopping.

As a Backend Engineer, you'll be working on PayPal's global payment platform, designing and developing scalable systems that power millions of transactions daily. The position requires expertise in Java development, with a focus on building robust RESTful services and working with various database technologies. You'll be part of a team that prioritizes code quality, customer focus, and rapid iteration.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact projects in an agile environment, directly influencing PayPal's core payment infrastructure. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, product, and QA to deliver world-class experiences. The position comes with significant responsibility for system performance and reliability optimization.

PayPal offers a balanced hybrid work model with 3 days in office and 2 days flexible between office or home. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health insurance, equity options, retirement benefits, and educational opportunities. As part of PayPal's inclusive culture, you'll join a diverse workforce focused on democratizing financial services and ensuring everyone can participate in the global economy.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of backend development experience, strong Java expertise, and experience with cloud platforms and database technologies. This role offers excellent growth opportunities, including mentoring junior engineers and contributing to significant technical decisions. Working at PayPal means being part of a company that processes transactions for hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers globally, making a real impact on how people manage and move money worldwide.