Software Engineer – Cloud Infrastructure, DevOps

PayPal

Software Engineer building AWS cloud infrastructure and DevOps automation for Venmo, PayPal’s payments platform. Contributing to CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, reliability, and incident response.

Posted 9/2/2026full-timeSan Jose • Arizona, California, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $100,500 - $173,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development, particularly in writing clean, well-tested code and contributing to CI/CD pipelines and automation. Proficient in cloud infrastructure management, particularly with AWS, and skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.

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Software DevelopmentAWS Cloud InfrastructurePython ProgrammingDocker ContainerizationCI/CD Pipeline Contribution

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentPythonBashGoAutomation ScriptingInfrastructure-as-CodeMicroservicesCode ReviewIncident InvestigationTesting

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationEagerness to Learn

Tools & Technologies

AWSDockerKubernetesCI/CD ToolsSelf-Service Tooling

Industry Keywords

Cloud PlatformsContainer TechnologiesCross-Functional CollaborationScalable SolutionsIncident Troubleshooting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDockerGoKubernetesMicroservicesPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver software solutions under guidance across design, implementation, testing, delivery, and operations
Collaborate with senior engineers and seek guidance on technical decisions
Write clean, well-tested code consistent with team standards
Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback
Investigate incidents and escalate appropriately
Contribute to infrastructure features and automation
Participate in on-call rotations and troubleshoot incidents
Write automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, self-service tooling, and microservices scaffolding
Build and maintain tools, automation, and services powering Venmo’s AWS cloud infrastructure
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR any equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor’s in computer science or related field of study
1+ years’ experience in software development or a related field
Some experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) or container technologies
Programming and scripting experience (Python, Bash, Go, or similar)
Exposure to containers and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn
Visa Sponsorship through PayPal is not available for this position now or any time in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

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 to create financial security
Mental health support resources
Annual performance bonus, as applicable
Equity or other incentive compensation, as applicable