Sr Software Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure and Devops

Cloud/DevOps EngineerThis job delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). It involves advising management on project-level issues, guiding junior engineers, operating with little supervision, and applying knowledge of technical best practices.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 issuesGuides junior engineersOperates with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practicesApplies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisionsMinimum Qualifications:3+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:Engineering at VenmoAt Venmo, we are creating a product that people love. We strive to create a delightful user experience while connecting the world and empowering people through payments. We are looking for intellectually curious people who want to be inspired and inspire others to change the world.Engineering is a craft, and at Venmo we want the internals of our software to be as elegant as the end user experience we are designing. We spend our days scaling our infrastructure and building new features to meet and exceed our users' needs and wants. We work with a product team that is data-driven and human-centered in its design principles. We teach and learn from one another and push each other to be at our creative and analytical bests.Our technical stack: AWS, EKS, Docker, GitHub Enterprise, Terraform, GitHub Actions, DataDog, Bash, Python, Go.What You'll DoAct as a hands-on contributor, while leading by exampleMentor junior engineersEnjoy a high degree of independence in decision-making while being accountable for results of yourself and your teamBe part of a team dedicated to driving the scalability and reliability of Venmo's AWS cloud infrastructureContribute to initiatives: internal teams rarely have dedicated project managers. You will define the design, identify stakeholders, navigate risks and changes, coordinate colleagues' work, implement solutions, and be accountable for timely and quality project delivery.Troubleshoot incidents, identify root causes, fix and document problems, and implement preventive measures.Leading by example, making meaningful contributions to the improvement of engineering teams' production operations.Develop and improve tools and automation to manage infrastructure and application configuration as code.Enhance the quality, reliability, and stability of our infrastructure and operations.What We're Looking ForBachelor's in computer science or related field of study5+ years' experience in software development or a related field3+ years' experience operating distributed applications 24x7x365, as part of a Cloud Engineering, DevOps, and/or SRE team.Extensive hands-on experience with designing, implementing and supporting infrastructure (AWS experience preferred) to support global-scale servicesDeep hands-on experience with IaaS and PaaS solutions from AWS (or similar cloud provider)Hands-on programming and scripting (Python, Java, Bash, Go)Hands-on experience with containers & container orchestration: Docker, KubernetesStrong communication skills with the ability to understand and explain technical issues to a non-technical audienceSubsidiary:PayPalTravel Percent:0Visa Sponsorship through PayPal is not available for this position now or any time in the future.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:No other locations are assigned to this requisition currently. Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately. 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 comprehensive, choice-based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most.?We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.Commitment to Diversity and InclusionPayPal 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 View email address on click.appcast.io .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.Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don't hesitate to apply.