Senior Software Engineer – Python

PayPal

Senior Python Software Engineer delivering backend solutions across PayPal's global payments platform. Advising management, guiding junior engineers, and supporting full SDLC execution.

Posted 9/9/2026full-timeSan Jose • California, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $143,500 - $212,850 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend development with Python and frameworks like Django or Flask, alongside a strong foundation in programming concepts and data structures. Proficient in implementing CI/CD, automated testing, and observability while guiding junior engineers and making informed technical decisions.

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Backend Development Using PythonExperience With Django Or FlaskCI/CD ImplementationSQL And NoSQL DatabasesCloud Platforms Such As AWS, GCP, Or Azure

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Hard Skills

Programming ConceptsData StructuresEvent-Driven ArchitectureService-Oriented Architecture (SOA)Low-Latency In-Memory DatabasesVersion Control Systems (Git)Automated TestingObservabilityInfrastructure As Code (Terraform)Messaging Systems (SQS/SNS/Kafka/RabbitMQ/Pulsar)

Soft Skills

Advising ManagementGuiding Junior EngineersIndependent Operation

Industry Keywords

Payment Processing ComplianceRegulatory StandardsOpen-Source Contributions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsDjangoFlaskGoogle Cloud PlatformKafkaNoSQLPulsarPythonRabbitMQRedisSQLTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver complete solutions across all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, delivery, and operations
Advise immediate management on project-level issues
Guide junior engineers
Operate with little day-to-day supervision
Make technical decisions based on internal conventions and industry best practices
Apply technical best practices to project decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR any equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong foundation in programming concepts and data structures
Experience with backend development using Python and frameworks such as Django or Flask
Understanding of web services and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles
Exposure to version control systems such as Git and collaborative development workflows
Interest in large-scale, high-performance distributed systems
Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
Hands-on experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases
Hands-on experience with low-latency in-memory databases such as Redis
Hands-on experience with event-driven architecture and messaging systems such as SQS/SNS/Kafka/RabbitMQ/Pulsar
Experience implementing CI/CD, automated testing, and observability
Contributions to open-source projects or participation in developer communities
Awareness of payment processing industry compliance or regulatory standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus may be offered
Equity or other incentive compensation may be offered
Balanced hybrid work model: 3 days in the office and 2 days at the PayPal office or home workspace
Generous paid time off
Healthcare coverage for you and your family
Resources supporting financial security
Mental health support
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities