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Staff Data ScientistPayPal • San Jose, CA, United States
Staff Data Scientist

Staff Data Scientist

PayPal • San Jose, CA, United States
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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, helping them transact and complete payments online or in person. PayPal provides proprietary payment solutions and a flexible, multi‑channel platform for consumers and merchants alike. Our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness guide everything we do.

Job Description Summary

This position involves designing and implementing advanced data‑science models to support business needs, collaborating 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 relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Additional Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, and a PhD in a quantitative field (Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering) or equivalent industry experience.
  • 5+ years professional experience in an analytical role, with proven success managing teams of analysts or data scientists.
  • Proficiency in databases, spreadsheets, and statistical tools, with advanced skills in SQL, data mining, and BigQuery analytics (Google Cloud).
  • Extensive experience in experimentation, including designing, executing, and analyzing product or feature launches.
  • Expertise in synthesizing complex data into clear, actionable insights and narratives.
  • Experience working with large, multi‑dimensional datasets and solving analytical challenges.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Python, Tableau, Jupyter Notebooks, Teradata, Hadoop / Hive, SQL, and BigQuery.
  • Strong problem‑solving abilities and the capability to deliver actionable recommendations based on analysis.
  • Advanced proficiency with reporting tools like Tableau and Excel for creating and sharing insights.
  • Industry experience in payments, eCommerce, or financial services is a plus.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex problems into simpler terms and effectively influence peers and senior leadership.
  • Compensation

    The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is $152,500 to $262,350. Actual compensation is based on location, skills, and experience, and may include an annual performance bonus, equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit PayPal Benefits .

    Benefits

    We offer a flexible work environment, employee share options, health and life insurance, and a comprehensive benefits package to support your overall well‑being. Learn more at PayPal Benefits .

    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.

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