Senior Software Engineer - Backend (Java)

The CompanyPayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards.  Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade. Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day.  We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.Job Summary:Meet Your Team The Finance Technology team plays a critical role at PayPal, serving as the bridge between front-office operations and back-office Finance functions. Our team designs and develops custom finance applications that support key business units including Controllership, Accounting, Treasury, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). What do you need to know about the roleAs a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you will design and build robust, high-performance backend processes and services that transform data from PayPal and its acquired entities into our Finance ERP systems. This role requires deep expertise in backend development with proven experience in full-stack integration and front-end collaboration. You'll work on mission-critical data pipelines that ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and operational excellence across the organization.Job Description:Essential Responsibilities: Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations), based on definitions from more senior roles.Advises immediate management on project-level issuesGuides junior engineersOperates with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practicesApplies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisionsExpected Qualifications:3+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications: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 • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and modern frameworks • Build data transformation pipelines that integrate PayPal transaction data with Finance ERP systems • Develop RESTful APIs and microservices that seamlessly integrate with front-end applications • Collaborate with front-end developers to ensure smooth end-to-end application functionality • Leverage AI-powered development tools (Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, etc.) to accelerate development and enhance code quality • Work with cross-functional teams including Finance, Data Engineering, and Application teams • Ensure system reliability, performance optimization, and data integrity across platforms • Participate in architectural decisions driving our evolution from batch processing to real-time, event-driven architectures  What do you need to bring • 5+ years of experience in backend software development with strong Java expertise • Proven experience with full-stack application development and front-end integration (React, Angular, or similar frameworks) • Hands-on experience using AI developer tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar platforms • Strong understanding of RESTful API design and microservices architecture • Experience with data transformation, ETL/ELT processes, and integration with ERP systems • Proficiency in relational databases (SQL) and experience with cloud platforms (GCP or AWS) • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Preferred Qualifications • Experience with financial systems or FinTech applications • Knowledge of event-driven architectures and real-time data processing • Familiarity with BigQuery, HANA, or similar data platforms • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practicesSubsidiary:PayPalTravel Percent:0PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, ap