Software Engineer Intern, Backend

PayPal, a global leader in financial technology, is seeking a Backend Software Engineering Intern to join their innovative team in Shanghai. With over 267 million active accounts across 200+ markets, PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years.

As a Backend Software Engineering Intern, you'll work on complex big data challenges in the compliance domain, developing enterprise-level solutions that transform data into valuable business insights. You'll be part of a global team that creates highly available, scalable systems while maintaining high performance and reliability.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, including distributed systems, SQL and NoSQL databases, and potentially GenAI and Machine Learning. You'll gain hands-on experience with Java programming and learn to implement common design patterns and algorithms in a real-world setting.

PayPal offers a balanced hybrid work model with 3 days in office and 2 days flexible, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, equity options, and educational resources. The company champions diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to their mission of democratizing financial services globally.

This internship is perfect for Master's students in Computer Science who are passionate about building scalable backend systems and want to make a real impact in global financial technology.