Staff Software Engineer - Backend Python
$160.5k/y-$262.35k/y
PayPala day ago
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Summary
PayPal is seeking a Staff Software Engineer - Backend Python to join their team in San Jose, CA. The role involves leading projects, coordinating engineering activities, and improving existing processes.
About the Role
As a Staff Software Engineer, you will act as a project leader, coordinating the activities of other engineers, determining technical tasks, and improving existing structures and processes. You will make technical decisions, collaborate with management to set standards, and represent PayPal to external partners.
About You
Required:
- 5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
- Proficiency in Python programming language.
- Leadership in designing and architecting scalable backend systems with a focus on cloud-native solutions, microservices, and serverless architectures.
- Expertise in architecting and developing large-scale backend systems using Python, with extensive experience in Django or Flask.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive technical roadmaps, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Expertise in designing and implementing fault-tolerant systems with a focus on high availability and disaster recovery.
- Experience with advanced security practices, including secure coding, encryption, and access control.
- Proven ability to influence and mentor engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Deep expertise in backend technologies and architecture.
Benefits
- Flexible work environment.
- Employee shares options.
- Health and life insurance.
- Annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation.
PayPal
We're championing possibilities for all by making money fast, easy, and more enjoyable. Our hope is unlock opportunities for people in their everyday lives and empower the millions of people and businesses around the world who trust, rely, and use PayPal every day. For support, visit the PayPal Help Center. https://payp.al/help For employment opportunities, check out our job openings in the 'Jobs' tab. We're an equal opportunity employer that welcomes diversity, and offer generous benefits to help you thrive at work and in your free time.
San Jose, CA