PayPal - MTS Software Engineer 

Singapore, Singapore 

567363457

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead the development of scalable, high-availability systems that support user verification, identity authentication, and fraud prevention at scale.
• Design and optimize APIs and core services that enable Know Your Customer (KYC), identity proofing, and risk signals across the company.
• Identify and mitigate system bottlenecks, and lead performance and reliability improvements across critical user flows.
• Mentor and grow the next generation, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, risk, data science, and infrastructure teams to deliver secure and compliant solutions.
• Lead complex incident response and root cause analysis, ensuring continuous improvement of system resilience and fraud detection capabilities.

Key competencies:

• Exceptional leadership and influencing skills , with the ability to align cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives forward.
• Proven ability to motivate and inspire others , foster collaboration, and navigate and resolve conflict across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Comfortable managing change and ambiguity , with a proactive, action-oriented mindset and the ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
• High energy and strong work ethic , with disciplined execution and a willingness to roll up your sleeves to deliver results.
• Performs effectively under pressure , consistently meeting high standards in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable business outcomes and driving technical excellence.
• Curious and growth-oriented , with a strong appetite to learn and thrive in areas of uncertainty or evolving technologies.
• Skilled at influencing senior leadership , building trust and communicating effectively across all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong Java programming skills with a proven ability to design and develop scalable backend systems.
• 8+ years of hands-on software development experience
• Deep knowledge of compliance and security considerations in financial technology is highly preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills , with a track record of solving complex technical challenges.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-paced environments , with the ability to bring structure and clarity to evolving requirements.
• Exceptional communication skills , with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience in leading strategic initiatives from ideation to successful delivery.
• Strong collaboration skills, with experience working with globally distributed engineering teams .

Good to have

• Hands-on experience in developing AI applications and automation solutions

Our Benefits:

Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please