PayPal · 1 day ago
Staff Data Scientist
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$152K/yr - $262K/yr
5+ years expPayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for over 25 years, empowering consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets. The Staff Data Scientist role involves designing and implementing advanced data science models, managing projects, ensuring data quality, and mentoring junior scientists to support business needs.
E-Commerce PlatformsFinTechMobile PaymentsTransaction Processing
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
Qualification
Required
5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience
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
Preferred
Bachelor's or Master's degree, and a PhD in a quantitative field (e.g., Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering) or equivalent industry experience
5+ years of 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 one or more tools such as Python, Tableau, Jupyter Notebooks, Teradata, Hadoop/Hive, SQL, and BigQuery is highly desirable
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 both peers and senior leadership
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Employee shares options
Health and life insurance
Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits
Company
PayPal
PayPal is a financial service company that provides online payment solutions to its users worldwide.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$12.17BKey Investors
Kohlberg Kravis RobertsBlueRun Ventures
2025-11-17Post Ipo Debt· $6.95B
2023-06-07Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2015-07-20IPO
Leadership Team
Simon Bladon
CEO, UK
chaloem khompitoon
President & CEO
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