At PayPal, Staff Software Engineers are hands-on technical leaders who design, build, and scale the systems that power millions of secure global transactions every day. As a Backend Python Engineer, you will architect and deliver high-performance, fault-tolerant backend solutions that directly impact customer experiences and business success. You'll define technical direction, lead complex engineering efforts, and mentor teams to achieve excellence in design, development, and delivery. This role requires a deep understanding of distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and a passion for building reliable, resilient software that drives PayPal's mission of democratizing financial services.