PayPal · 1 day ago
Staff Data Scientist
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$152K/yr - $262K/yr
5+ years expPayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years, empowering consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets. The Staff Data Scientist will design and implement advanced data science models to support business needs, work with stakeholders, and drive best practices in data science while mentoring junior scientists.
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
Preferred
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
Expert 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
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Employee shares options
Health and life insurance
Company
PayPal
PayPal is a financial service company that provides online payment solutions to its users worldwide.
10001+ employees
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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
PayPal UK CEO
chaloem khompitoon
President & CEO
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