Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

PayPal is a global financial technology company that operates a two-sided network connecting merchants and consumers for digital payments and commerce.
$84,500 - $204,600
Frontend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

PayPal is seeking a Staff Full Stack Software Engineer to join their Quantum team, focusing on developing an event-driven platform for automation and data analysis. This role combines both backend and frontend development, utilizing modern technologies and cloud infrastructure. The position involves working with AWS services, Node.js, GraphQL, React, and TypeScript to build scalable solutions.

The role offers an opportunity to work at one of the world's leading fintech companies, which has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. PayPal operates a global, two-sided network connecting hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers, providing innovative solutions for digital payments and commerce.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll lead architectural decisions, mentor team members, and ensure best practices across the stack. The position requires expertise in full-stack development, with particular emphasis on AWS services, event-driven architectures, and modern JavaScript frameworks. You'll be working in a balanced hybrid model with 3 days in the office and 2 days flexible.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $84,500 to $204,600, with additional benefits including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, equity options, and a sabbatical program. PayPal offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment, emphasizing innovation, wellness, and professional growth.

This role is perfect for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on global financial technology while working with cutting-edge technologies. You'll be part of a team that values technical excellence, mentorship, and continuous learning, while contributing to PayPal's mission of democratizing financial services.

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Responsibilities For Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

  • Design and implement robust APIs and services with Node.js and GraphQL
  • Build intuitive user interfaces using React, TypeScript, and Chakra UI
  • Architect and deploy scalable, event-driven systems using AWS services
  • Lead technical design of features across the stack
  • Guide and mentor junior engineers
  • Maintain and enhance automation workflows
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers

Requirements For Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

TypeScript
JavaScript
Node.js
React
  • 8+ years of software engineering experience with full-stack development
  • Strong knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks (React preferred)
  • Proficiency in server-side development with Node.js and GraphQL
  • Extensive experience with AWS services (SQS, Lambda, DocumentDB)
  • Proficiency with AWS CDK or similar tools
  • Strong understanding of event-driven architectures and scalable cloud systems
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor engineers
  • Excellent analytical and debugging skills

Benefits For Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

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

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