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Software Engineer, Backend JavaPayPal • Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
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Software Engineer, Backend Java

Software Engineer, Backend Java

PayPal • Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

Essential 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

Expected Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications :

    Meet Your 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 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 Software Engineer, Backend Java you'll contribute to building robust backend systems. You'll collaborate closely with experienced engineers to learn and grow your skills.

  • Develop and maintain backend components.
  • Write clean, efficient code adhering to coding standards.
  • Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
  • What do you need to Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 2+ 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 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.
  • PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

    Actual compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.

    The total compensation for this position may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.For more information, visit .

    The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is $106,00 to $157,300

    Subsidiary : PayPal

    Travel Percent :

    PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit .

    For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

    Our Benefits :

    At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

    We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit .

    Who We Are :

    to learn more about our culture and community.

    Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

    PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at .

    Belonging at PayPal :

    Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

    Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please .

    We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.

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