Staff Software Engineer, Ruby on Rails

The Company

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.

We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.

We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.

Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.

Job Description Summary: As a Software Engineer on the Braintree Orchestration team, you will contribute to the design and development of innovative solutions to streamline the tools and processes for ensuring the quality of our product. The role will encompass the development of new features, writing test cases, and close collaboration with the team to enhance the product's observability, performance, and monitoring capabilities.

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:

• Acts as a project or system leader, coordinating the activities of other engineers on the project or within the system
• Determines the technical tasks that other engineers will follow
• Actions result in the achievement of customer, operational, program or service objectives
• Proactively improves existing structures & processes
• Exercises judgement in reconciling diverse and competing priorities (time, quality, complexity risk) to identify optimal solutions to problems
• Notices patterns and condenses repetition into densely meaningful generalized solutions
• Collaborates with management to set/improve standards for engineering rigor
• Trusted to represent PayPal, Inc to the outside world via interactions with partners, customers, or industry organizations

Expected Qualifications:

• 5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Company Overview:

At PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), we believe that every person has the right to participate fully in the global economy. Our mission is to democratize financial services to ensure that everyone, regardless of background or economic standing, has access to affordable, convenient, and secure products and services to take control of their financial lives.

About Us:

Braintree, a PayPal service, enables businesses to securely accept payments online and on mobile. Every time you pay for an Uber ride, book a stay through Airbnb, or pay with PayPal when you check out online, you’re probably using our product. We solve complex, world-scale problems and provide opportunities to match. We build diverse teams that recognize our strengths and allow us to work on our weaknesses.

Position Summary:

As a Software Engineer on the Braintree Orchestration team, you will contribute to the design and development of innovative solutions to streamline the tools and processes for ensuring the quality of our product. The role will encompass the development of new features, writing test cases, and close collaboration with the team to enhance the product's observability, performance, and monitoring capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and Improve Systems: Assist in building and enhancing large-scale systems, reducing complexity, and increasing automation.

• Collaborate and Learn: Work closely with senior engineers through pair programming and code reviews to develop your skills.

• Operational Resiliency: Help ensure our systems are robust and resilient.

• Customer Focus: Collaborate with team members to solve customer problems and improve user experience.

• Continuous Improvement: Participate in a culture of learning and knowledge sharing across teams.

What We're Looking For:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

• Experience: 5+ years of software development experience

• Programming Skills: Experience with one or more of the following languages: Typescript Python, Java, Ruby, Golang, or shell scripting.

• Operating Systems: Understanding of Linux and operating systems.

• API Development: Good experience in API design and development is a plus.

• Database Skills: Experience with SQL and databases like MySQL or Postgres.

• Cloud Computing: In depth knowledge about AWS

• Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Communication: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.

• Access to the latest tools and technologies.

PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.


Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.


The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit


The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is $152,500 to $262,350

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

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.

Our Benefits:

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset-you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit

Who We Are:

To learn more about our culture and community visit

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 federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations 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 [email protected].

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 at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

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