Sr Software Engineer, Web SDK

Description

Essential Responsibilities :

• 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

Expected Qualifications :

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications :

What You’ll Do

Collaborate within a high-performing team of 7–9 experienced U.S.-based engineers.

Deliver high-quality, scalable solutions while engaging closely with external developer communities.

Set clear goals, define project requirements, and manage priorities alongside cross-functional teams.

Implement best practices, promote technical standards, and continually enhance the SDK developer experience.

Lead the development of cutting-edge payment features and support the evolution of our developer tools.

Be an advocate for developers, working to understand their needs and provide innovative solutions through tutorials, blogs, and public speaking opportunities.

Contribute directly to reinventing online payments and building tools that set the standard in e-commerce innovation.

Meet the Team

Open-Source Development : Many of our SDKs are hosted on public GitHub repositories, and we actively maintain open-source projects.

Impactful Engineering : We build and maintain Braintree’s SDKsthe primary gateway for merchants to integrate payment solutions into their websites and mobile apps.

Innovation : We design and launch new payment methods, making transactions more accessible and effortless.

Developer Tools : Our easy-to-use supplement tools enhance SDK integrations and foster seamless implementation.

Community Engagement : We work with external developers by participating in events, creating educational resources like tutorials and blogs, and speaking at industry conferences to elevate the developer experience.

What We’re Looking For

Basic Qualifications

At least 4 years of hands-on web development experience.

2+ years of experience working in a large-scale organization.

Proven leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and nurturing engineering talent.

Proficiency in building applications using JavaScript and TypeScript.

Experience designing and developing developer-facing products (e.g., SDKs, REST APIs, GraphQL).

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

Familiarity with payment processing, e-commerce, or financial technology is a strong plus.

Subsidiary : PayPal

Travel Percent :

The base pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay for this role by location is :

Primary Location | Pay Range :

Austin, Texas | ($130,500.00 - $193,600.00 Annually)

Additional Location(s) | Pay Range :

Chicago, Illinois | ($130,500.00 - $193,600.00 Annually)

Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable. This role is also eligible for a range of benefits which may include, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, parental and family leave, 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, and other benefits. For more information visit .

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 :

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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 .

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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