MTS 1, PaaS Platform Engineer

PayPal is a global financial technology company that operates a two-sided network connecting merchants and consumers for digital payments and commerce.
Cloud
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Finance

Description For MTS 1, PaaS Platform Engineer

PayPal, a global leader in financial technology, is seeking a talented MTS 1 PaaS Platform Engineer to join their team in Shanghai. This role is part of PayPal's technology platform team, focusing on designing and developing robust PaaS solutions that power the company's global payment infrastructure.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale distributed systems that process millions of transactions daily. As a PaaS Platform Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and implementing critical infrastructure components that ensure high availability, scalability, and security of PayPal's services. The role requires expertise in cloud technologies, containerization, and modern DevOps practices.

PayPal offers a compelling work environment with a hybrid model (3 days in office, 2 days flexible), allowing for both collaborative in-person work and remote flexibility. The company has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years, operating a two-sided network that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers across approximately 200 markets.

The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, particularly in Golang, and extensive experience with container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the evolution of PayPal's technical infrastructure. The role offers excellent growth opportunities through exposure to complex technical challenges and collaboration with global teams.

PayPal provides comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, equity options, and professional development opportunities. The company strongly values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute to their mission of democratizing financial services.

This role is perfect for engineers who are passionate about infrastructure, cloud technologies, and want to make a significant impact on a platform that processes billions of dollars in payments annually. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of financial technology while working alongside some of the industry's best talent.

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Responsibilities For MTS 1, PaaS Platform Engineer

  • Design and optimize PaaS platform architecture for system availability, scalability, and performance
  • Develop core platform features including container management, service orchestration, load balancing
  • Research and evaluate emerging technologies for architectural optimization
  • Solve complex technical issues and drive platform optimization
  • Write high-quality technical documentation and proposals
  • Optimize platform performance and resource utilization
  • Drive improvements and feature extensions for the platform

Requirements For MTS 1, PaaS Platform Engineer

Go
Kubernetes
MySQL
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
  • Proficient in Golang (highly preferred), Java and Python are a plus
  • Familiar with microservice architecture and containerization concepts
  • Proficient in Docker and Kubernetes
  • Proficient in Git and CI/CD tools like Jenkins
  • Familiar with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Proficient in Terraform, Ansible, and other IaC tools
  • Familiar with MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB
  • Proficiency in English for communication and documentation
  • Experience with service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio) preferred
  • Experience with large-scale distributed systems design preferred

Benefits For MTS 1, PaaS Platform Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
401k
Education Budget
  • Comprehensive Health and Wellness programs
  • Retirement and investment resources
  • Paid Time Off and 4-week sabbatical program
  • Career and Leadership Training and Development
  • Company-matched giving
  • Employee shares options
  • Health and life insurance
  • Flexible work environment

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