Software Engineer

Overview
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Software Engineer - Verification Platform
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PayPal .
We are the Verification Platform team at the heart of the Compliance domain at PayPal. Our mission is to build secure, scalable, and intelligent systems that power user verification, identity authentication, and fraud prevention for millions of users. As a core platform team, we enable Know Your Customer (KYC) and identity verification capabilities across the company, ensuring regulatory compliance while delivering a seamless user experience. Our platform plays a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of the ecosystem by detecting and blocking fraudsters in real time. We are a high-impact, fast-moving team that collaborates closely with product, engineering, and risk teams, and we\'re looking for passionate engineers to join us in building the next generation of secure and trustworthy digital finance.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a strong passion for software development lifecycles in the FinTech industry. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Responsibilities
Analyze user needs and system requirements to inform technical design and implementation.
Design and document software solutions using flowcharts, diagrams, and architecture specifications.
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in Java based on product and feature requirements.
Prioritize and execute tasks throughout the software development life cycle using best practices.
Design, implement, and optimize database schemas and interactions.
Conduct thorough testing and debugging of backend applications to ensure performance and reliability.
Qualifications
Validate software functionality, performance, and security to meet compliance and business standards.
Collaborate with and learn from experienced engineers through code reviews, mentorship, and team discussions.
Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
0–5 years of hands-on experience in software development, ideally in backend systems or platform engineering.
Familiarity with at least one common backend programming language (such as Java, C++, Python, Go, or similar).
Exposure to backend frameworks (such as Spring, .NET, Django, etc.) is a plus, but not required.
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Understanding of cloud computing concepts and experience with at least one major cloud platform (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) is a plus.
Familiarity with relational databases (RDBMS) such as MySQL or Oracle, and NoSQL databases like Bigtable or Cassandra.
Eagerness to learn, grow, and contribute in a collaborative environment.
Good communication, teamwork, and adaptability skills.
Hands-on experience or applied knowledge in AI/ML (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning) is a strong plus.
PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit the careers site.
Work Model
For the majority of employees, PayPal\'s balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
Benefits
At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. We offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life, including a flexible work environment, employee stock options, health and life insurance, and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit the PayPal benefits site.
Who We Are
To learn more about our culture and community, visit the PayPal site.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at
Belonging at PayPal
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging means a workplace where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we serve.
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