Staff Data Scientist

Join to apply for the Staff Data Scientist role at PayPal. 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 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 customers 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 bank accounts, PayPal or Venmo balances, branded credit products, credit cards, debit cards, 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 enable merchants to manage risk and extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in cross‑border trade. Job Description Summary This position involves designing and implementing advanced data science models to support business needs. The role requires working with stakeholders to understand requirements, delivering solutions, driving best practices in data science, ensuring data quality, and mentoring junior scientists. Essential Responsibilities Lead and manage data science projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Develop and maintain data models, algorithms, and reporting systems to support data analysis and decision‑making. Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that drive strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand data needs and provide actionable insights. Ensure data quality and integrity through regular audits and validation processes. Mentor and guide junior data scientists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Expected Qualifications 5+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics) with a strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset. 7+ years of experience in Product Data Science, including A/B testing, experimentation, advanced analytics, and applied machine learning. Demonstrated success partnering with Product teams in domains such as Payments, eCommerce, or SaaS to shape strategy, inform roadmaps, and deliver impactful, data‑driven insights. Proven ability to lead and manage data science and analytics projects end‑to‑end, from ideation to delivery, leveraging data modeling, machine learning algorithms, and advanced analytics techniques. Extensive experience analyzing high‑volume, high‑dimensional real‑world data, focusing on scalable solutions and measurable business outcomes. Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python, with expertise in extracting, processing, and generating actionable insights from large, complex datasets. Hands‑on experience with modern data tools and platforms, including Jupyter Notebooks, BigQuery, Teradata, Hadoop, and Hive. Expertise in designing and building executive dashboards and impactful data visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, and Looker to drive data‑informed decision‑making at the leadership level. Exceptional communication and data storytelling skills, adept at translating complex analyses for both technical and non‑technical audiences and influencing cross‑functional decisions. Highly motivated, self‑directed, and passionate about experimentation, product thinking, and navigating ambiguity while managing multiple projects in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment. Compensation 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 practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is $152,500 to $262,350. Benefits At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. We offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life, including a flexible work environment, employee share options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com. 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 don’t hesitate to apply. REQ ID R0133347 #J-18808-Ljbffr