Site Reliability Engineer at PayPal

PayPal is expanding and seeking a Site Reliability Engineer to contribute to key projects. This position is based in Chicago, offering a collaborative in-person work environment.

About PayPal

PayPal provides digital payment solutions, enabling individuals and businesses to send and receive money online securely.

About the Role

As a Site Reliability Engineer at PayPal, you will design and maintain cloud infrastructure using infrastructure as code (terraform, cloudformation) while contributing to the team's objectives and broader company goals.

PayPal is based in Chicago, and this role is expected to work from the office. This provides opportunities for face-to-face collaboration, mentorship, and team building. Specific work arrangements are discussed during the interview process.

About the Team

You will join a team of 22 professionals working on devops projects. The team collaborates with cross-functional partners to deliver projects on time and maintain high standards of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment
• Monitor system performance, reliability, and cost optimisation
• Manage container orchestration with Kubernetes and Docker
• Implement security best practices and compliance controls
• Respond to incidents, perform root cause analysis, and drive improvements

Requirements

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure automation
• Proficiency in containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or Go)
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK)
• Understanding of networking, security, and identity management
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions)

What We Offer

• $139,793 – $140,649 per year


• Health and wellness benefits


• Retirement savings plans


• Paid time off and holiday schedule


• Learning and development opportunities


• Flexible working arrangements


• Employee wellness programs


• Team building activities

Benefits vary by location, employment type, and individual circumstances. Review the full job posting for complete details.

Career Growth

PayPal supports professional growth through mentorship, learning budgets, and defined career paths. Team members are encouraged to develop new skills and take on increasing responsibility over time.

Location

This position is based in Chicago. Candidates should be based in or willing to relocate to the specified location. Our office provides a collaborative environment with modern amenities.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make an impact at PayPal, we encourage you to apply. Submit your application through the link below and a member of the recruitment team will be in touch. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 5 business days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Site Reliability Engineer position at PayPal remote?

This Site Reliability Engineer role at PayPal is based on-site in Chicago.

What is the salary range for this Site Reliability Engineer role?

The salary range for this position is USD 139,793 - 140,649 per year, depending on experience.

What qualifications are needed for this role?

PayPal is looking for candidates with relevant experience and skills matching the requirements listed above. Entry-level and experienced candidates are both encouraged to apply where indicated.