Sr Software Engineer

PayPal

Hybrid

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: San Jose, CA · Chicago, IL
Salary: $143,500–$212,850 / yr
Posted: 32 days ago

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Similar $171k

This role $178k

$130k most similar roles pay here $223k

This role pays more than 55% of similar roles. Most pay $139,075–$203,225 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $178k versus about $171k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About PayPal

PayPal is a leading global digital wallet and online payment system, founded in 1998, that allows individuals and businesses to send, receive, and manage funds securely in over 200 markets.

PayPal currently has 84 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $160,500–$235,826 across 84 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Sr Software Engineer

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Senior Fullstack Engineer sought after by a leading fintech company in Chicago. This position involves guiding junior engineers and building robust RESTful APIs and GraphQL services using Node.js and React. The role requires expertise in data modeling, caching strategies, and working with SQL and NoSQL databases like BigTable, DynamoDB, MySQL, and Redis. Candidates must demonstrate strong object-oriented programming skills and experience designing scalable software systems for high-traffic backend services. Knowledge of online payments is advantageous. Proficiency in Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based architectures (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is essential, along with a solid understanding of distributed systems and complex problem-solving abilities.

Skills

NodeJS React RESTful APIs GraphQL SQL NoSQL BigTable DynamoDB MySQL Redis OOP AWS GCP Azure CI/CD Docker Kubernetes Python Go

What you'll do

Leads the design and development of scalable backend services using Node.js.
Builds RESTful APIs and GraphQL services for efficient data exchange.
Designs and implements complex frontend applications with React or similar frameworks.
Ensures high availability and scalability in cloud-based architectures like AWS, GCP.
Writes test plans and automates tests to maintain software quality and reliability.

What we're looking for

BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent
5+ years of Fullstack development experience (NodeJS & React)
Expertise in RESTful APIs and GraphQL services
Strong data modeling, caching, and database management skills
Experience with online payments and distributed systems
Proficiency in software design patterns and algorithms
Solid understanding of cloud-based architectures and CI/CD pipelines