Software Engineer at PayPal

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Java, Spring Boot, SQL, GCP, Python, DataProc, Scripting, Problem-Solving, Analytical Abilities, Collaboration, Communication, Time Management, Root-Cause Analysis, Operational Detection, Monitoring, Machine Learning

Industry

Software Development

Description

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 Manage workload independently, take end-to-end ownership of assigned components, and reliably resolve time-critical situations with professionalism and precision. Communicate with Impact Effectively present technical issues, findings, and proposed solutions to varied audiences, fostering understanding and alignment across teams. 1+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience. In Your Day-to-Day Role You Will: Drive Key Initiatives and KPIs Manage Critical Incidents Collaborate with domain owners, external partners, and vendors to triage and resolve high-priority production issues swiftly and effectively, minimizing impact on customers and merchants. Analyze and Resolve Complex Issues Conduct in-depth root cause analysis of bugs and incidents, delivering timely and sustainable fixes to maintain uninterrupted service. Champion Innovation and Continuous Improvement Challenge the status quo by introducing creative, data-driven, and automation-led solutions to enhance operational efficiency and resilience. Develop High-Quality, Scalable Code Write clean, efficient, and reusable code that supports automation frameworks and system enhancements without unnecessary complexity or abstraction. 3+ years of experience in software product development using Java, Spring Boot, and SQL. Hands-on exposure to GCP, Python, DataProc, and scripting (any language) is a plus. Proven ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with external partners, processors, and vendors. Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deliver results under pressure. Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities with a focus on root-cause identification and sustainable fixes. Experience in developing, debugging, and troubleshooting complex, distributed, or multi-tier applications. Prior involvement in operational detection, monitoring, and P0/P1 incident management activities. Strong business acumen and communication skills, capable of bridging technical depth with customer and stakeholder needs. Resourceful and collaborative, with the ability to assess impact, prioritize effectively, and drive faster resolutions that delight customers. Experience identifying gaps in applications, monitoring, processes, or products, and providing both short-term solutions and long-term improvements in partnership with product and technology teams. Familiarity or hands-on experience with machine learning algorithms is preferred, especially in the context of automation and intelligent issue detection.

Responsibilities

The Software Engineer will implement tasks within the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and manage workload independently while collaborating with peers and project leads. They will analyze and resolve complex issues, drive key initiatives, and develop high-quality, scalable code.