Staff Software Engineer

PayPal is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Customer Support Platform team in Chennai, India. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on building state-of-the-art payment solutions and merchant experiences. The position requires expertise in full-stack development, with a particular emphasis on Java backend technologies.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing system architecture, implementing high-level programming solutions, and managing systems integration. The role involves working with various cross-functional teams, including business, product, analytics, and user experience design, to build features and capabilities that redefine how PayPal addresses customer issues.

PayPal offers a compelling work environment with a balanced hybrid model (3 days in office, 2 days flexible), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on technology that impacts hundreds of millions of users globally. The company's mission to democratize financial services and ensure universal access to the global economy provides a meaningful context for your work.

The ideal candidate will bring 12+ years of software development experience, strong Java expertise, and a proven track record in cloud-based solutions and microservices. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies, including Generative AI and LLMs, while contributing to PayPal's mission of revolutionizing global commerce.