Engineer – Backend (Java)

A global technology company transforming digital payments and commerce.
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Engineer – Backend (Java)

PayPal is at the forefront of transforming global commerce, with their Engineering team leading this revolutionary change. As a Backend Engineer (Java), you'll join a dynamic engineering team focused on building innovative solutions that power millions of transactions daily. The role offers an opportunity to work in an agile environment, collaborating with talented peers on high-impact projects that directly influence global commerce.

The position requires a skilled professional with 3-5 years of backend development experience, particularly strong in Java and related technologies. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing scalable backend systems, optimizing performance, and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience with Java EE frameworks, RESTful services, and both SQL and NoSQL databases.

Working at PayPal means being part of a team that prioritizes code quality, customer focus, and rapid iteration. You'll collaborate closely with design, product, and QA teams to deliver world-class experiences. The role offers exposure to large-scale, high-performance systems in the payment processing industry, with opportunities to work with modern cloud platforms and contribute to significant technological advancements in global financial technology.

This position is perfect for someone who wants to make a real impact in the fintech space while working with cutting-edge technology at a global scale. You'll be part of a team that's not just building systems, but creating solutions that make a real difference in how people and businesses handle money worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Engineer – Backend (Java)

  • Build robust backend systems from concept to completion
  • Design and develop scalable backend systems
  • Optimize system performance and reliability
  • Mentor junior engineers
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Participate in code reviews and design discussions

Requirements For Engineer – Backend (Java)

Java
Python
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 3-5 years of backend development experience
  • Proficiency in backend languages (Java, Python, Ruby on Rails)
  • Advanced proficiency in Java EE frameworks, Spring MVC, Hibernate
  • Experience designing and implementing RESTful services
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Experience with databases (SQL, NoSQL)
  • Strong understanding of database design and ORM tools
  • Proven ability to mentor junior engineers

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