Software Engineer (2023/2024)

At PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), we believe that every person has the right to participate fully in the global economy. Our mission is to revolutionize commerce globally to make moving money, selling and shopping, personalized and secure. 

Job Description Summary:

What you need to know about the role

As a Software Engineer specializing in Java development, you will play a key role in designing and implementing backend systems that power our applications. Working within a collaborative team environment, you will contribute to the development of scalable, high-performance software solutions while adhering to best practices and industry standards.

Meet our team

We, the analytics team at PayPal, are entrusted with developing tools and products related to user data. Our responsibilities encompass creating products for instrumentation, tracking user data, conducting experiments, and deriving meaningful insights from the collected data.Job Description:

Your way to impact  

• Quality Code Contributions: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable Java code that adheres to coding standards and best practices.  
• Continuous Learning and Skill Enhancement: Stay updated on the latest developments in Java technology and related frameworks.  
• Collaborative Teamwork: Actively collaborate with cross-functional and contribute to discussions to ensure alignment and synergy across the development process. 
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Approach challenges with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. Embrace feedback and iterate on your solutions to achieve optimal outcomes. 
• Effective Communication: Maintain clear and open communication with your team members and stakeholders. Share your ideas, updates, and challenges transparently, and actively participate in team meetings and discussions.  

Your day to day  

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and related technologies. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and translate them into technical solutions. 

• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established coding standards and software development practices. 

• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and scalability. 

• Develop and execute unit tests and integration tests to validate the functionality and performance of backend systems. 

• Optimize backend code for performance, scalability, and reliability. 

• Troubleshoot and debug issues in production and development environments, ensuring timely resolution.. 

• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in backend development and Java ecosystem. 

• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to provide status updates, discuss technical solutions, and address project requirements. 

What do you need to bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 

• Strong proficiency in Java programming language and its ecosystem. 

• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design principles. 

• Knowledge of relational databases and SQL. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. 

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. 

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