Principal Software Engineer

PayPay, a leading FinTech company in Japan with over 65M users, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-scalability, reliable systems in a diverse environment with team members from over 50 countries. The position requires expertise in distributed systems, platform development, and technical leadership. As a Principal Engineer, you'll drive technical vision, mentor teams, and work with cutting-edge technologies including Java, Kotlin, Scala, and various AWS services. The company offers a flexible work-from-anywhere policy in Japan, comprehensive benefits including visa sponsorship, and a culture that embraces innovation. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience, strong technical fundamentals, and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges. This role combines hands-on technical work with architectural leadership, making it perfect for senior engineers looking to make a significant impact in the FinTech space.