PayPal is hiring: Head of Developer Marketing DevRel (San Jose) in San Jose

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The Company

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers. We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an endtoend payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in crossborder shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling crossborder trade. Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.

Job Description Summary

The PayPal Developer Relations (DevRel) team is transforming! PayPal for Developers is not business as usual. We reflect the world developers live and work in, know what theyre into, at any role or level of expertise. Were the source of trust for developers that look for best practices, documentation and training, as well as the main point of contact for internal engineering teams who needs to understand the feedback and experiences of the developer community. This is a global role, and you will be part of a quirky, diverse, passionate and innovative Developer Relations team thats redefining PayPal with differentiated programs and services. You will manage a team that will create, implement and scale premier engaging content for developers, build creative GTM campaigns and execution programs, and drive customer & market awareness and engagement. We want to change the way PayPal speaks to developers, and you will be the main driver of that messaging. The primary role of the Head of Developer Marketing is to plan, direct, promote and evaluate developer marketing campaigns and programs from beginning to end, including developer product launches, partnerships with 3rd party vendors, and awareness of technical content. You will determine tool needs and ensure automation to reach maximum efficiency. You will work with crossfunctional teams to plan, promote and drive awareness and adoption of developer services and programs across PayPal. The Head of Developer Marketing will also support the development of process improvement and standard operating procedures to achieve our effectiveness goals. This is a critical role and will report directly to the VP of Global Developer Relations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop insights and conduct market analysis to inform product strategy and positioning
• Create and refine value proposition narratives tailored to market segments
• Monitor and analyze competition to identify opportunities and threats
• Collect and validate customer feedback to guide product development
• Lead early detection and resolution of customer issues to improve satisfaction
• Oversee performance tracking through instrumentation and dashboarding
• Translate insights into actionable recommendations for product enhancements
• Drive the execution of key initiatives and gotomarket strategies
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to deliver impactful merchant solutions
• Lead regional product marketing initiatives to align with business objectives

Expected Qualifications

• 10+ years relevant experience and a Bachelors degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Responsibilities And Preferred Qualifications

PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience. The total compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit The U.S. national annual pay range for this role $205,020 - $245,940. 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

Our Benefits

At PayPal, were committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. 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

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 paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.

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 dont hesitate to apply.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Marketing and Sales

Industries

Software Development, Financial Services, and Technology, Information and Internet

Location & Compensation

San Jose, CA $205,020 - $245,940 annual pay range, with additional bonuses, equity, and benefits.

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