What are the responsibilities and job description for the Backend Engineer, Python position at Venmo?
Job Description:
Meet Your Team
PayPal is transforming global commerce. Our Engineering team is the heart of this transformation. We’re building innovative solutions that delight customers and drive business growth. Join our dynamic engineering team at PayPal, where you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented peers and work on high-impact projects in an agile environment. We're not just building systems; we're creating scalable, high-performance solutions that make a real difference in global commerce. We prioritize code quality, customer focus, and rapid iteration. Our engineers work closely with design, product, and QA teams to deliver world-class experiences.
Your way to impact
At PayPal, Backend Software Engineers are the architects of our global payment platform. You'll design, develop, and optimize core systems that power millions of transactions daily, directly impacting our customers' experiences and our company's success.
Your day-to-day
As a Software Engineer - Backend you'll contribute to building robust backend systems. You'll collaborate closely with experienced engineers to learn and grow your skills.
Develop and maintain backend components.
Write clean, efficient code adhering to coding standards.
Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
What do you need to Bring
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
2+ years of backend development experience. Strong foundation in programming concepts and data structures.
Proficiency in at least one backend language (Python)
Proficiency in backend development using Python frameworks, with experience in technologies such as frameworks like Django and Flask.
Strong understanding of web services and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) standards
Experience with databases (SQL, NoSQL)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with large-scale, high-performance systems.
Knowledge of the payment processing industry and relevant regulations.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
Contributions to open-source projects.
Salary : $133,000 - $190,000
