PayPal · 16 hours ago
Software Engineer, Backend Java
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$116K/yr - $171K/yr
1+ years expPayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years, and they are seeking a Software Engineer, Backend Java to contribute to building robust backend systems. This role involves implementing tasks within the Software Development Lifecycle, collaborating with peers, and participating in code reviews.
E-Commerce PlatformsFinTechMobile PaymentsTransaction Processing
Responsibilities
Implements tasks within the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), receiving structure and oversight from more experienced staff
Follows well-established internal conventions and standard procedures
Understands internal standards & processes an applies them to make technical decisions
Collaborates with peers, manager, and project lead to gain understanding of tasks and review solutions
May contribute to code & design reviews
Develop and maintain backend components
Write clean, efficient code adhering to coding standards
Participate in code reviews and provide feedback
Qualification
Required
1+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
1+ years of backend development experience
Strong foundation in programming concepts and data structures
Proficiency in at least one backend language (Java, Python, Ruby on Rails)
Proficiency in back-end development utilizing Java EE technologies (Java, application servers, servlet containers, JMS, JPA, Spring MVC, Hibernate)
Strong understanding of web services and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) standards, including REST, OAuth, and JSON, with experience in Java environments
Experience with ORM (Object-Relational Mapper) tools, working within Java-based solutions like Hibernate
Experience with databases (SQL, NoSQL)
Preferred
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
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Employee shares options
Health and life insurance
Company
PayPal
PayPal is a financial service company that provides online payment solutions to its users worldwide.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$12.17BKey Investors
Kohlberg Kravis RobertsBlueRun Ventures
2025-11-17Post Ipo Debt· $6.95B
2023-06-07Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2015-07-20IPO
Leadership Team
Simon Bladon
PayPal UK CEO
chaloem khompitoon
President & CEO
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