Security Solutions Engineer

PayPal is a global financial technology company that operates a two-sided network connecting merchants and consumers for digital payments and commerce.
Austin, TX, USAScottsdale, AZ, USA
Security
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Finance · Cybersecurity

Description For Security Solutions Engineer

PayPal is seeking a Security Solutions Engineer to join their team in a role that combines cryptography expertise with payment systems security. This position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies at one of the world's leading fintech companies. The role involves developing and integrating cryptographic solutions across PayPal's platform, working with hardware security modules (HSMs), and ensuring compliance with PCI standards.

The ideal candidate will join a dynamic team focused on Platform Cryptography, where they'll be responsible for building highly available, scalable security solutions. This role offers a unique blend of technical challenges, from implementing cryptographic algorithms to supporting in-store payment systems and web transactions for services like Google Pay and Apple Pay.

PayPal offers a balanced hybrid work model with 3 days in office and 2 days flexible, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, equity options, and retirement plans. The company's mission to democratize financial services and its commitment to innovation make this an exciting opportunity for security professionals looking to make a global impact.

The role requires deep technical expertise in cryptography, software development, and security systems, combined with the ability to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively. With PayPal's position as a leader in global digital payments, this role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work on systems that impact hundreds of millions of users worldwide.

Last updated 5 days ago

Responsibilities For Security Solutions Engineer

  • Design and develop highly scalable applications for mission-critical systems
  • Collaborate with product management to design/simplify APIs
  • Lead creation of innovative Full Stack components and solutions
  • Lead design and implementation of secret management systems with Hashicorp Vault
  • Code and test integrations with payments HSMs
  • Support PCI certification activities
  • Support In-store Payment Cryptography for Web transactions
  • Lead security software projects development

Requirements For Security Solutions Engineer

Java
JavaScript
Go
Python
  • 5+ years of experience in Crypto engineering
  • Software Development experience using Java, JavaScript and Golang
  • Experience with building scripts using Python, Bash and JavaScript
  • Experience with custom and off the shelf security products
  • Experience with cloud services
  • Experience with security testing and automation methodologies
  • Knowledge and experience with the POS security domain

Benefits For Security Solutions Engineer

Medical Insurance
401k
Education Budget
  • Flexible work environment
  • Employee shares options
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • 4-week sabbatical program
  • Career development and training
  • Educational benefits

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