Web Software Engineer

PayPal • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

Implements tasks within the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), receiving structure and oversight from more experienced staff Follows well-established internal conventions and standard procedures Understands internal standards & processes an applies them to make technical decisions Collaborates with peers, manager, and project lead to gain understanding of tasks and review solutions May contribute to code & design reviews Develop solutions for specific use cases, that can be extended and reused for future needs. Collaborate closely with architects, technical leads, product managers, UX designers, and fellow engineers to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions. Own end-to-end feature execution, from development, code reviews, and testing to automation and production release. Experiment with emerging AI tools and frameworks under guidance from senior engineers, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency or user engagement. Stay curious about advancements in AI and help bring new ideas and learnings to the team. Your work will directly contribute to creating seamless, intuitive user experiences that keep customers engaged and empowered to self-serve. We're looking for engineers who are innovative, curious, and quick learners, with a passion for building scalable, user-centric solutions. You'll collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and cross-functional teams to understand business goals and deliver next-generation self-service experiences that transform how billions of users resolve issues independently.

Requirements

• 1+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in web development, with a strong foundation in modern front-end and back-end technologies.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript, along with hands-on experience using frameworks such as React and Angular, and server-side development with Node.js.
• Proven ability to optimize for speed, scalability, and accessibility, while adhering to SEO best practices and ensuring cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
• Experienced with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaboration tools such as Jira, ensuring effective task management and workflow tracking.
• Skilled in developing and maintaining unit tests and functional automation tests to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Committed to continuous learning and staying current with evolving web technologies and best practices.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and ownership mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for crafting seamless, user-centric UI experiences.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and mentor within a fast-moving product team.
• Genuine interest in the payments industry, AI and a passion for building impactful digital experiences.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end feature execution, from development, code reviews, and testing to automation and production release.
• Experiment with emerging AI tools and frameworks under guidance from senior engineers, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency or user engagement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level