Senior Software Engineer, Backend Python

PayPal•San Jose, CA

About The Position

Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations), based on definitions from more senior roles. Advises immediate management on project-level issues Guides junior engineers Operates with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practices Applies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisions As a Software Engineer, Backend Python, you will architect and lead the development of complex backend systems, drive innovation, and mentor the team. Architect and design large-scale backend systems. Lead and mentor engineering teams. Drive technical excellence and best practices

Requirements

Strong analytical skills including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
3+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
5+ years of backend development experience.
Proficiency in at least one backend language (Python)
Expertise in architecting and developing large-scale backend systems using Python, with extensive experience in Django, or Flask.
Proven track record of designing, building, and maintaining complex RESTful APIs and microservices.
Leadership in guiding engineering teams through complex technical challenges and design decisions.
In-depth knowledge of distributed systems, cloud-native applications, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience with large-scale data processing, caching strategies, and performance optimization.
Strong experience with distributed systems and microservices.
Proven ability to lead and mentor teams.
Experience with Agile methodology, large-scale, high-performance systems.