At PayPal, we seek to hire leaders. Tell me about a time when you took the initiative to improve work related procedures.

"I was able to present and implement one specific change in the office this past year. It was a recycling program that I felt was very important, even for our smaller office. We had significantly less waste after my initiative was implemented and I enjoyed seeing others take pride in helping our environment."

PayPal is an award-winning, globally recognized company. They need to hire the best of the best. Have you ever taken the opportunity to present your employer with potential change? Talk to the hiring manager about a time when you took the initiative in the workplace.

"I recently made suggestions to my manager about the team messaging application we were using. I found a team based app that offered a lower monthly cost, with added features. He took the suggestion, and it has worked well for our team! The company was happy with the cost savings as well."

How would you rate your performance in this interview so far?

"I am not sure if I have been able to portray myself 100% accurately in this interview; although, I am trying my best. If there is anything more I can clarify for you, I would be happy to do so."

The interviewer would like to know if you are satisfied with your interview performance. If your interview were a flop, you would know, and it's much better to address outright your performance than try to sweep it under the rug. If you feel that your performance in the inFterview is going well: 'I believe that this interview has been quite informative and I am happy with my performance. Is there anything that I can clarify for you from this conversation?'If you feel that your performance in the interview is not going well: "I am not sure if I have been able to portray myself 100% accurately in this interview; although, I am trying my best. If there is anything more I can clarify for you, I would be happy to do so."

"I feel confident about our discussion today and am looking forward to the next steps in the interview process."

What do you know about the PayPal Giving Fund?

"I am thrilled that PayPal has such a giving mindset. I know that the PayPal Giving Fund is a charitable organization that connects donors and charitable organizations so that it's easy to give funds safely and securely. I commit 100 volunteer hours per year to the Humane Society. It's important to give back to the causes that we care about."

The interviewer would like to know how much research you have performed on their organization before your meeting. The PayPal Giving Fund is a charitable service that allows PayPal users to support their favorite organizations through fast and easy online donations. Charities can enroll with the PayPal giving fund. Their supporters can then send grant money through Paypal, eBay, and GoFundMe. PayPal provides the donation to the charity on your behalf, directly to their PayPal accounts. This question offers an excellent opportunity for you to discuss the interest that you have in supporting charitable organizations and other efforts close to your heart.

"I have researched the PayPal giving fund and am more than impressed with the giving initiative, and what it has done for over 200 charitable organizations. I am passionate about breast cancer awareness and am happy to see this deserving charity on the list of recipients."

Over the last ten years, PayPal has acquired 19 competitors. If you could recommend our next corporate acquisition, which would it be?

"I believe that PayPal could acquire a lot of interesting companies. If I were to make a recommendation, I would move away from companies who are in the business of creating online payment options and look at tech companies who are disturbing the landscape when it comes to cloud security, for instance."

eBay purchased PayPal in 2002, and since then, the company has acquired an immense amount of smaller companies - helping the online financial giant to grow exponentially. Some of the companies that PayPal has acquired include: - 2018 acquisition of iZettle, PayPal's largest acquisition to date at $2.2B - BillMeLater - Xoom Corporation - Braintree - CyActive - Swift Financial The interviewer is interested in hearing where you think PayPal would benefit when it comes to additional acquisitions. There is not necessarily a right or wrong reply to this question. The interviewer wants to see your line of thought and how active you are in the payment solutions industry and trends.

"I am very impressed by how many companies PayPal has acquired over the years. If I could recommend your next corporate acquisition, I would look towards a company who has their hands in AI as artificial intelligence in banking is going to disrupt the industry seriously."

Looking at your resume, I see multiple gaps between employments, what were you doing during those gaps?

"I had a gap from 2009-2010 while I was on maternity leave and then another for six months in 2015 while I cared for an ailing parent. During that time I was vigilant in keeping up to date on the market so that my knowledge did not become redundant."

The interviewer would like an explanation for the gaps in your resume. There are many reasons for having a gap in your resume, and it's best, to be honest about what you were doing. Keep your answer short and sweet, and ensure the interviewer that you did not allow your industry knowledge to become stale, or redundant, during that time.

"Thank you for addressing this with me. There is a gap where I took some time to further my education. During that time, I completed my Bachelor of Computer Science."

How do you handle working with little to no supervision?

"I am a reliable employee who works hard, no matter who is watching. You can rest assured that I deliver great work at all times. Would you say that this role is loosely, or more closely, supervised?"

Little supervision often comes after some time, when trust is well established between yourself and your employer. The interviewer would like to know if you have worked in an environment that offers little amounts of supervision. Primarily, they are looking for proof that you can be productive even when nobody is watching or supervising you. Be sure to ask the interviewer about the level of supervision in this particular role. You want to make sure it's a good fit for you.

"I enjoy close supervision on particular areas of a project, and then I need room to work during other more independent project stages. I believe that a talented tech director knows when to step in, and when to give room to work. Would you agree?"

Tell me about a time when you had to learn something new within a short deadline.

"Our company recently implemented a new SAP system. Not only was I tasked with learning the system but I also needed to train my team of five on the use of the system. I had two weeks, so I took a lot of the modules home, watched a plethora of tutorials online, and even utilized some how-to videos on YouTube. I did it, and was proud of the accomplishment."

The interviewer wants to know that you can learn new skills, under pressure. Hiring managers want to hear that you are willing to put in the effort required to learn new skills, even when it may seem confusing. Think about the times when your company implemented new software, or when you learned a new procedure. Perhaps your employer has asked you to attend a workshop at the last minute, or you had to study for a policy exam. These make great examples! Discuss how you diligently studied related materials, attended a training seminar, or bought a book to help you learn the new content. Keep in mind; this is another excellent opportunity to express that you accept workplace changes with ease.

"When I first began my IT career, I started as a temp with an agency. Placed in a variety of roles that changed monthly, sometimes even weekly, I often jumped into roles where there was a lot to learn in a short time. Deadlines were often due yesterday. I utilized and maximized my resources to the fullest. I learned about plenty of industries and best of all, had fun doing it!"

PayPal has over 179 million active accounts. How do you think we can attract an even larger customer base?

"In the case of PayPal, where you have so many subscribers already, I feel that a great focus could be on expanding the spend of those 179 million users, or the frequency which they use PayPal, rather than zeroing in on new customers. The ones who are already loyal may benefit from other services such as third-party contest and coupon codes."

PayPal is a global company, with clients in nearly every country in the world. PayPal realizes that they have the majority of the market when it comes to online financial services. The interviewer is interested in seeing if you have any unique ideas for gaining an even larger active user base. Tap into your creative thinking and suggest how you think PayPal could grow larger.

"PayPal is by far the giant when it comes to content streaming services. To attract an even larger customer base, I would recommend having content that is searchable by language, and then advertising to countries where PayPal may not be as prominent."

What was the biggest change you have had to deal with in your career?

"The biggest change that I have faced in my career so far would be when my previous company went through a major merger. We had to adapt to new processes and management which was quite challenging. In the end, it worked out well for the company, from a financial perspective, so the changes were well worth the challenges we faced initially."

The interviewer would like to know the types of challenges you have had to face in your career. You need to show the interviewer that you can remain productive in the face of change and that you are resilient. Assure the interviewer that you can adapt to significant changes in a professional manner.

"The biggest change in my career came when my company experienced major layoffs. One-third of my production team experienced layoffs even though our work volume remained nearly the same. I adjusted the schedule, introduced a new overtime policy, and worked very hard to maintain morale despite the changes."

What is the difference between customer service and customer support?

"I understand customer support to be a larger term than customer service. Someone can be a customer service agent without being able to offer ample support that a client may need. It's important to offer both; however, a member of the support team will likely be better trained with special technical skills."

This question may seem like splitting hairs, but it is not. Customer support often requires more technical abilities, and customer service is more of a positive approach, helping your company to keep customers happy. Sometimes a customer service agent will be on the frontlines and will need to escalate a customer issue to the support team. Give the interviewer your best understanding of service versus support.

"Customer service and customer support are often confused. I have two teams. My service team will gather the data, and my support team will deploy the actual solution."

Are you familiar with the range of services that PayPal offers?

"I have used PayPal on a regular basis for a few years now. In the past, I worked as a freelance website developer and accepted client payments through PayPal because it was the option that I trusted the most. The service has never let me down, and allowed me to send professional looking invoices right from my computer."

PayPal is more than just online money transfers. Their range of services include but are not limited to: - Sending and accepting money on a personal level - PayPal for your business' website checkout - Mobile card readers for receiving payments - Creation and sending of professional invoices - Accepting payments via phone - Point of sale payment options Discuss what you know about PayPal's services, and be sure to mention the options that you have used in the past.

"I am quite familiar with PayPal for business, and for personal use. I have had an account for about ten years now. About once per week I will accept or send money through PayPal. Even when checking out online with my favorite retailer, I will choose PayPal as my payment option because I appreciate the guarantee that you offer. It makes me feel safer when buying from retailers that I have never purchased from before."

Have you ever had to contact PayPal customer support? If so, describe your experience.

"I have heard many excellent things about PayPal customer service. I have had three amazing experiences and one average one, which was a one-off experience. I had called a few times after receiving error codes that I was unable to figure out on my own. The wait time was short and the agent, knowledgeable and energetic."

PayPal is known for their fantastic customer support. The interviewer would like to know what your experience has been with their company. Of course, your response should remain positive. If you did not have a great customer service experience with PayPal, you can be honest but be sure to end on a positive note.

"Thankfully, my PayPal services have always worked seamlessly, and usually faster than my traditional banking options. I like that you have various support methods and I hear that the wait time is quite short."

What are the differences between C++ and Java?

"There are many differences between C++ and Java; however, the difference that stands out the most to me is the fact that C++ is platform dependent, and Java is platform independent."

There are a thousand reasons you could state as to why C++ and Java are different from each other. The interviewer; however, is not necessarily looking for how much you know, but how well you can explain it. Quickly rattling off 100 facts is not the correct way to respond to this question. Have a well-structured and easy to understand answer ready for the interviewer.

"I could speak for a long time regarding the exhaustive list of differences; however, for me, the biggest difference is the fact that C++ is a Write once, compile anywhere (WOCA) language and Java is a Write once, run anywhere/everywhere (WORA/WORE) programming language."

How do you keep up-to-date on new technologies and trends in this industry?

"I keep up to date on new technologies and trends through a variety of sources. I follow the TED blog so that I can learn from industry leaders as well as read multiple articles online per week. My favorite resource at the moment is TechCrunch. I am also very open to new suggestions!"

One way that a potential employer will gauge 'fit' is by ensuring that you are passionate about your particular industry. Show the interviewer that you are passionate about your industry by openly discussing how you stay on top of industry trends.

"Of course, the PayPal Stories section on your website is in my repertoire, as is Mashable and The Verge. I also keep up on new trends in this industry by taking additional coursework online, whenever possible."

What do you think you will like about this role with PayPal?

"I look forward to helping spread the word when it comes to people gaining control over their money again. Non-traditional banking methods are incredibly important to people, and open doors and provide truly inspiring freedoms. I cannot wait to contribute to that."

Most people believe that working for PayPal is the 'cream of the crop' when it comes to excellent job opportunities. The interviewer wants to hear what you are looking forward to learning and experiencing in this new position. Talk about what excites you! Share how this position will challenge you and help you grow. New opportunities are a chance for you to demonstrate your skills. Be specific and share your passion for this new role.

"I am looking forward to getting more experience in UI, and feel that PayPal is the best place for me. You have a great reputation for creating beautiful user designs and easy to use services."

At PayPal, we prefer to hire those with an education in computer science or another related field. Walk me through your post-secondary education and training.

"I completed my Bachelor of Applied Technology from Carnegie Mellon University in 2004. During that time I specialized in Data Management and Analysis. I graduated with a 3.99 GPA, one of the top in my class."

The interviewer will likely have an idea of your education background from your resume. What they are asking is for you to take a few minutes to bring the experience to life for them! What was your major? Did you receive any special academic recognition? Discuss the strengths gained during your post-secondary training and how those skills will be used in your new position with PayPal.

"I recently completed my Diploma in Information Technology. I also have a great deal of on the job training and certifications, all listed on my resume. One of the biggest take-away's from my post-secondary experience was learning how to manage my time while working on multiple projects successfully. I perfected my multi-tasking skills and am excited to bring those to work for PayPal."

We encourage innovation at PayPal. What does innovation mean to you?

"In my previous role I was fortunate enough to introduce my company to the idea of a gold level service where, in addition to our general customer service, we added on service options. Our customer base responded very positively, and we kept the program running for a few years. To me, innovation is creating new products and services that are useful to customers and also help my company stand out further in their space."

PayPal has a Director of Innovation and an Innovation Lab. Now, that's a dedication to innovation! In the lab, they thrive on engaging curious employees who look at things differently. PayPal wants employees who ask tremendous and unique questions and connect things that may not obviously go together, Talk to the interviewer about the ways that you have contributed to an environment of innovation in the workplace.

"I think that innovation means being someone who thrives on change and remains nimble in their work. Innovation can mean creating a new and powerful idea, and it can also mean simplifying an existing one."

Culture fit is important to us at PayPal. How will you contribute to our culture of diversity?

"I embrace diversity in the workplace and would be thrilled to become involved in the Amplify group at PayPal. I am passionate about these issues and look forward to contributing towards cultural awareness. I will certainly assist with any mentorship opportunities that come my way."

Diversity and inclusion are topics at the forefront of PayPal. They state to 'respect and value uniqueness and diversity, regardless of background, level or circumstances.' In fact, PayPal was on Fortune's 2018 list of Most Admired Companies. One of the ways that PayPal embraces diversity is through their Diversity & Inclusion committees. PayPal has groups such as: - PayPal Pride; a group for LGBTQ employees and allies - Unity; a group of women and men working to create more opportunities for women - Opportunity; a group for the specially-abled or disadvantaged including socioeconomic status - Serve; a group for Veterans and their allies - Amplify; a group focused on the recruitment, retention, and advancement of Black employees Discuss with the interviewer how you will complement the corporate culture of diversity and inclusion at PayPal.

"Diversity in the workplace is an incredibly important conversation. I am a dedicated ally of the LGBTQ community and look forward to being an active member of the PayPal Pride chapter here in San Francisco."

Who would you say inspires you?

"I find inspiration in a variety of people and things. I would have to say that the person who has most greatly inspired me has been my grandmother. She always had a smile on her face no matter how hard she worked and she loved everyone. She was well respected and always gave more than she received. I try to live like her as much as I can."

PayPal appreciates solid values, collaboration, and inclusion. They find inspiration in the good and need to hire people who think the same way. Show the interviewer that you are a thoughtful person who finds inspiration in deeper sources. Your life's inspiration can come from a book, a mentor, your family, author - literally anyone! Talk to the interviewer about who has inspired your life and why.

"I am continually inspired by the books that I read! Whether it is the author, or the characters themselves, I love to get lost in a good novel for inspiration."

If you could start your career over again, what direction would you take?

"I certainly do not regret the direction I have taken my career; however, if I had to start over in a new direction completely I would likely pursue my Degree in Education and become a teacher. Both of my parents were teachers, and they seemed to have a very fulfilling career. I enjoy coaching and leading others so, any tasks in my current career that related to these skills, are very welcome."

PayPal is a company driven by purpose, and now, they want to know more about what inspires you. A hiring manager will be able to tell a lot about your personality and desires by learning about your other career interests. If you could do anything over, what would you do, and why?

"I cannot even think of another career than the one that I have! If I had to choose, I would pursue a career in the arts so that I could continue to exercise my creative side."

Working at PayPal, you will experience changes on a regular basis. When have you had to change a significant component of your project due to new information being presented?

"I had a large project last month that was nearly complete when the client called to say that the specs provided were incorrect. Because of this, our team had to re-do the entire project. It took us an additional four days of work but, in the end, the client was delighted with our work, and it resulted in new opportunities with them."

Being able to swivel the focus of your project is a necessary skill for your success in most careers. Talk to the interviewer about a time when a significant change occurred on a project. How did you handle the implementation of the new information?

"I would say that being in the software and technology business means changing major components on projects on a very regular basis. I am very well accustomed to changing gears on a moment's notice and can adapt very well."

We consider research to be the backbone of what we do at PayPal. Do you think it's essential to research before beginning a project or would you instead jump right in?

"I agree that research is the backbone of a strong project. Without it, important details are missed and much time is wasted. I like to research before starting a project so that I can lay out a plan and understand the potential hurdles as well."

Talk to the interviewer about your work habits and the way in which you prefer to approach a new project. If you have a sense of how PayPal prefers to approach their work you should discuss that method. For instance, if the interviewer tells you that they prefer extensive research before beginning a project, that is your queue to talk about your excellent research skills.

"Although there are some instances where jumping right it may be required, I always prefer to research before I being a project. Rest assured; I would always follow your preferred methods, should I be hired."

At PayPal, we take privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Are you willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement, if hired?

"I have signed non-disclosure agreements in the past; although I am not currently under one. I see the importance of agreements such as this and am most willing to comply."

Signing a non-disclosure agreement is quite common in the software and technology industry. If hired, you will likely become privy to trade secrets, pending patents, and other innovative projects that must remain confidential. Talk to the interviewer about your willingness to sign an agreement. If you are currently under a non-disclosure or non-compete agreement with your present employer, now is the time to discuss that.

"I am happy to review any privacy and confidentiality agreements that you have."

Looking at our products and services, what do you think we do better at PayPal, than any of our competitors?

"When I was preparing for this interview I noticed that PayPal had received recognition many times for being a top financial services provider and for your work in changing corporate culture, globally. You are a trailblazer when it comes to disrupting the financial services industry, which is amazing."

Before your interview, be sure to research PayPal, and any awards or recognition they have recently received. In their industry, and competitive space, where do they stand out? Be sure to speak positively about the organization's recent achievements to show that you are interested and engaged in their work.PayPal has received awards for: - Disruptive Leadership - A culture of Global Influence - Best Financial Services Site - Large Customer Contact Centre of the YearThese are to name a few! Discuss with the interviewer the ways that you feel PayPal stands out from its competitors.

"After reading reviews on your company, I believe that your reputation is the most solid and sincere of all your competitors. PayPal comes out with the services, and its competitors copy them to the best of their ability. They never seem to achieve the standard for which PayPal is best known. It's an exciting thought to work for a company that is paving the way."

At PayPal, we take pride in our ability to stay one step ahead of our competitors. How will you contribute to this trend?

"I believe the best way to stay ahead of your competitors is to pay a big amount of attention to the fine details and try new things. When you put out a great product, others will try to mimic your work, but they will cut corners because they will feel rushed to get it out on the marketplace first. I will contribute to the success of PayPal, by committing my most attentive work to you every day."

It is critical that you research PayPal, and their most vigorous competitors, before your interview. What does PayPal do best, and who is trying to do it better? PayPal has very few fierce competitors; however, some worth mentioning include Skrill, Payza, Google Wallet, Apple Pay, Stripe, and Amazon Payments. It's important to say that very few of these options offer the full range of services that PayPal provides. Speak openly with the interviewer about your ability to work competitively and how you plan to contribute to their continued success.

"I think that the best way to stay ahead of competitors is to keep your projects as simple as possible while remaining innovative. People want simple, easy products, which they can understand. What I've seen from my competitors lately is that they overcomplicate their products. I offer clean and consistent work that your buyers would relate to."

Tell me about the most interesting project you have worked on this year and the biggest thing you learned from it.

"In my previous role we were working on a variety of projects with fingerprint recognition software. One of the most interesting projects was a fingerprint-based ATM system. It was a test project for a large banking institution. In addition to learning a great deal about fingerprint recognition, I was also able to learn a lot about the critical relationship between software and security."

The interviewers at PayPal would like to gain an idea of the type of projects you are accustomed to working on. Your answer will reflect your level of expertise and the types of responsibilities put on you in your current role. Discuss with the interviewer one of your recent projects that particularly piqued your interest. Did it stretch you professionally? What was the biggest takeaway for you from that particular project?

"I find the majority of the projects that I have been working on this past year to be very interesting. If I had to choose one, I would choose the work I performed on a security app. Since I am still in my internship, I didn't have any major contributions; however, I learned a lot about on-demand apps and building a friendly user interface."

In your opinion, what has been the biggest advancement in payment technology this past year?

"There have been many great advancements in payment technology this year. My favorite is the momentum gained and the further acceptance of alternate payment channels such as wearables. I am excited to see what PayPal will be offering on this topic, shortly."

PayPal's driving force is to democratize financial services so that moving and managing money is a right for all citizens. Display to the interviewer that you have an invested interest in the payments technology industry by discussing your thoughts on recent advancements. Be sure to include how you stay up to date on industry changes and new technology.

"The most impressive advancement in payment technology, in my opinion, is the continued advancement of mobile integration and digital banking options. Tech connects most of the modern world, and we can do absolutely everything from our phones these days."

This role with PayPal is highly technical. What is your understanding of this position and the responsibilities that come with it?

"I feel that the job is best described as a Sr. Engineer and project leader focused on the design and implementation of a scalable, high-performance anomaly detection platform for risk management and global operations. The technical requirements that you would like to see are in Java, Python, and Scala. I am well versed in the tasks and programs you are asking for and am confident that I meet the strict requirements to perform in this role successfully."

Assure the interviewer that you bring a full understanding of the technical requirements attached to this particular job. It is essential that you research the role and thoroughly consume the information provided in the company's job posting/job description. Keep your answer to the point.

"My understanding is that you seek a candidate with expert level skills inJava, Python or Scala who can train junior employees and be willing to work as a full-stack engineer. I am ready and willing. Do you have any questions about my technical expertise?"

We seek to hire highly ambitious people. Where would you like your career with PayPal to take you?

"One of the reasons I was so excited to interview with PayPal is because of the endless growth opportunities you appear to offer your high performing employees. My biggest ambition is to be awarded a management role within your IT &Technical Operations department in the next 3-5 years."

PayPal has a variety of paths you can take when it comes to career options. These include Engineering, Product Management, Design & User Experience, IT & Technical Operations, Safety & Fraud, and more. Have you researched PayPal enough to know how their internal hierarchy works? Talk to the interviewer about your career ambitions specifically related to this role and their organization.

"What interests me most about your company is that there are so many options when it comes to career growth. Ideally, I would like to earn my way into a Program Manager role. Of course, I understand that this will take many years of dedication and hard work."

What would you consider your technical specialty?

"Infrastructure Solutions has always been a solid area for me. I have a big interest in how the integration of various platforms improves our daily lives and our overall business efficiency. I see that you are looking for team members who are experts in infrastructure solutions which is what caught my eye when I first saw your job posting."

Do you have any particular areas of interest or ability? Talk to the interviewer about your strengths and be sure to highlight any specific skills that you excel in. It's a great idea, if you can, to highlight particular skills that may be listed on the company's job posting/job description. If there is a related area of interest where you'd like to expand your skills, you can mention those as well.

"I have been focusing my career on becoming a cloud integration specialist although I do have cross-platform app development expertise as well."

"Through my recent positions, I gained the skill to solve/troubleshoot complex problems. It is like puzzling in the beginning quite overwhelming but after a couple of times, you have a procedure to tackle a problem. If I found the root of the problem I mostly know how to fix it or in which direction I have to go to fix the issue. Another really important part is time management I give myself 15 minutes to find a way to solve a problem after that I ask a team member for help."

PayPal Interview Questions

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1. At PayPal, we seek to hire leaders. Tell me about a time when you took the initiative to improve work related procedures.
2. How would you rate your performance in this interview so far?
3. What do you know about the PayPal Giving Fund?
4. Over the last ten years, PayPal has acquired 19 competitors. If you could recommend our next corporate acquisition, which would it be?
5. Looking at your resume, I see multiple gaps between employments, what were you doing during those gaps?
6. How do you handle working with little to no supervision?
7. Tell me about a time when you had to learn something new within a short deadline.
8. PayPal has over 179 million active accounts. How do you think we can attract an even larger customer base?
9. What was the biggest change you have had to deal with in your career?
10. What is the difference between customer service and customer support?
11. Are you familiar with the range of services that PayPal offers?
12. Have you ever had to contact PayPal customer support? If so, describe your experience.
13. What are the differences between C++ and Java?
14. How do you keep up-to-date on new technologies and trends in this industry?
15. What do you think you will like about this role with PayPal?
16. At PayPal, we prefer to hire those with an education in computer science or another related field. Walk me through your post-secondary education and training.
17. We encourage innovation at PayPal. What does innovation mean to you?
18. Culture fit is important to us at PayPal. How will you contribute to our culture of diversity?
19. Who would you say inspires you?
20. If you could start your career over again, what direction would you take?
21. Working at PayPal, you will experience changes on a regular basis. When have you had to change a significant component of your project due to new information being presented?
22. We consider research to be the backbone of what we do at PayPal. Do you think it's essential to research before beginning a project or would you instead jump right in?
23. At PayPal, we take privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Are you willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement, if hired?
24. Looking at our products and services, what do you think we do better at PayPal, than any of our competitors?
25. At PayPal, we take pride in our ability to stay one step ahead of our competitors. How will you contribute to this trend?
26. Tell me about the most interesting project you have worked on this year and the biggest thing you learned from it.
27. In your opinion, what has been the biggest advancement in payment technology this past year?
28. This role with PayPal is highly technical. What is your understanding of this position and the responsibilities that come with it?
29. We seek to hire highly ambitious people. Where would you like your career with PayPal to take you?
30. What would you consider your technical specialty?

PayPal Interview Questions

1. At PayPal, we seek to hire leaders. Tell me about a time when you took the initiative to improve work related procedures.

2. How would you rate your performance in this interview so far?

3. What do you know about the PayPal Giving Fund?

4. Over the last ten years, PayPal has acquired 19 competitors. If you could recommend our next corporate acquisition, which would it be?

5. Looking at your resume, I see multiple gaps between employments, what were you doing during those gaps?

6. How do you handle working with little to no supervision?

7. Tell me about a time when you had to learn something new within a short deadline.

8. PayPal has over 179 million active accounts. How do you think we can attract an even larger customer base?

9. What was the biggest change you have had to deal with in your career?

10. What is the difference between customer service and customer support?

11. Are you familiar with the range of services that PayPal offers?

12. Have you ever had to contact PayPal customer support? If so, describe your experience.

13. What are the differences between C++ and Java?

14. How do you keep up-to-date on new technologies and trends in this industry?

15. What do you think you will like about this role with PayPal?

16. At PayPal, we prefer to hire those with an education in computer science or another related field. Walk me through your post-secondary education and training.

17. We encourage innovation at PayPal. What does innovation mean to you?

18. Culture fit is important to us at PayPal. How will you contribute to our culture of diversity?

19. Who would you say inspires you?

20. If you could start your career over again, what direction would you take?

21. Working at PayPal, you will experience changes on a regular basis. When have you had to change a significant component of your project due to new information being presented?

22. We consider research to be the backbone of what we do at PayPal. Do you think it's essential to research before beginning a project or would you instead jump right in?

23. At PayPal, we take privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Are you willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement, if hired?

24. Looking at our products and services, what do you think we do better at PayPal, than any of our competitors?

25. At PayPal, we take pride in our ability to stay one step ahead of our competitors. How will you contribute to this trend?

26. Tell me about the most interesting project you have worked on this year and the biggest thing you learned from it.

27. In your opinion, what has been the biggest advancement in payment technology this past year?

28. This role with PayPal is highly technical. What is your understanding of this position and the responsibilities that come with it?

29. We seek to hire highly ambitious people. Where would you like your career with PayPal to take you?

30. What would you consider your technical specialty?