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Staff Software Engineer, Backend Java
PayPalSan Jose, California, United States
Posted January 30, 2026
176500 - 262350 USD
Full Time
About the Company
PayPal is revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure.
Job Description
PayPal is revolutionizing commerce globally. As a Staff Software Engineer, Backend Java, you will define the technical roadmap and drive innovation for our global payment platform. You will collaborate with product and engineering leadership to deliver impactful solutions.
Requirements
- 5+ years of backend development experience
- Proficiency in at least one backend language (Java)
- Expert in back-end development using Java EE technologies (e.g. Java language, application servers, servlet containers, JMS, JPA, Spring MVC, Hibernate)
- Leadership in designing and architecting scalable backend systems with a focus on cloud-native solutions, microservices, and serverless architectures.
Benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Employee shares options
- Health and life insurance