Engineer - Backend

What you need to know about the role As Software Engineer 3, you will: • Build robust backend systems from concept to completion. • Collaborate effectively with diverse teams to create exceptional products. • Drive innovation and process improvement. At PayPal, Software Engineers are the architects of our global payment platform. You'll design, develop, and optimize core systems that power millions of transactions daily, directly impacting our customers experiences and our company's success. Meet our Team PayPal is transforming global commerce. Our Engineering team is the heart of this transformation. We're building innovative solutions that delight customers and drive business growth. Join our dynamic engineering team at PayPal, where you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented peers and work on high-impact projects in an agile environment. We're not just building systems; we're creating scalable, high-performance solutions that make a real difference in the world of global commerce. We prioritize code quality, customer focus, and rapid iteration. Our engineers work closely with design, product, and QA teams to deliver world-class experiences Your way to impact At PayPal, Backend Software Engineers are the architects of our global payment platform. You'll design, develop, and optimize core systems that power millions of transactions daily, directly impacting our customers experiences and our company's success. Your day-to-day As a Engineer - Backend , you'll design and implement backend solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. Design and develop scalable backend systems. Optimize system performance and reliability. Mentor junior engineers. What do you need to bring Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. 3 - 5 years of backend development experience. Proficiency in at least one backend language (Java, Python, Ruby on Rails) Advanced proficiency in backend development with either Java EE frameworks, including experience with Spring MVC, or Hibernate. Experience designing and implementing RESTful services, focusing on scalability and reliability, using Java. Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and design discussions. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) Experience with databases (SQL, NoSQL) Strong understanding of database design, including SQL and NoSQL databases, and experience with ORM tools. Preferred Qualifications Experience with large-scale, high-performance systems. Knowledge of the payment processing industry and relevant regulations. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure). Contributions to open-source projects.