At PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), we believe that every person has the right to participate fully in the global economy. Our mission is to democratize financial services to ensure that everyone, regardless of background or economic standing, has access to affordable, convenient, and secure products and services to take control of their financial lives. Job Description Summary:What you need to know about the role- We are looking for a motivated Data Scientist interested to make a huge impact on PayPals’ Protections policy program. This is a dynamic position that involves working on data analysis, manipulation and data modelling to generate insights and help in PayPal’s core business offering. Meet our team Global Resolutions, Identity and Trust (GRIT) is an integral and critical part of PayPal’s core business model and value proposition. It plays an indispensable role in mitigating and managing different kinds of risks associated with a transaction or customer, increasing PayPal margin and striking a fine balance between managing costs while optimizing customer experience. Analytics is core to GRIT at PayPal and we are a highly data driven organization. We leverage data driven insights extensively in these areas. Job Description: Your way to impact Data Scientist deeply understand PayPal’s business objectives, as their impact on PayPal’s top and bottom lines is immense. As a Data Scientist you will be part of PayPal’s protections program and would devise strategies and initiatives to optimize PayPal’s margin through loss and Opex reduction. Your day to day In your day to day role you will

• You will maintain the and manage PayPal’s Protections programs delivering value to PayPal’s buyers and sellers while optimizing PayPal’s margin through loss and Opex reduction.
• You will play a critical role in developing strategies and identifying opportunities needed to deliver the ideal resolution experience to our customers in the most cost effective, sustainable model.
• You will work closely with key stakeholders in the Business Units for specific solutions as well as operational and product teams for implementation and execution of RnP programs and initiatives.
• You will extensively use data driven insights combined with business knowledge to help drive loss savings, optimization, and customer experience improvement ideas.
• You will have the opportunity and challenge to constantly improve and adapt solutions to the fast-changing face of online commerce, analyze information and exercise solid judgement to bring it all together to make a tangible difference to PayPal’s business - While the end objectives will be clear, the ways to achieve it will challenge you to constantly innovate and adapt.
• If your skill sets match the role, you can be assured of a fulfilling career with overwhelming opportunities to learn, grow and succeed in one of the fastest growing industries in the world.
  
  

What Do You Need To Bring-

• Strong desire and ability to work in a dynamic, global, innovative, and fast-paced environment.
• 5 + years of related experience in Analytics in a fast moving and matrixed environment and knowledge of and experience in data and visualization tools such as SQL, Python, QlikView, Tableau, Teradata, SAS
• Command of Statistics and Optimization concepts with a focus on utilizing data insights to solve business problems with comfort and interest in the manipulation and analysis of large datasets
• Solid communication and presentation skills with an ability to story-tell and translate analysis and insights into actionable recommendations
• Outstanding problem-solving skills, with strong ability to drive towards action and impact
• Innate curiosity to learn and develop
• Bachelors, MBA/ Masters of Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or Economics preferred or equivalent experience in an analytical role
  
  

Our Benefits:At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.comWho We Are:To learn more about our culture and community visit https://about.pypl.com/who-we-are/default.aspxPayPal has remained at the forefront of the digital payment revolution for more than 20 years. By leveraging technology to make financial services and commerce more convenient, affordable, and secure, the PayPal platform is empowering more than 400 million consumers and merchants in more than 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. For more information, visit paypal.com.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.As part of PayPal’s commitment to employees’ health and safety, we have established in-office Covid-19 protocols and requirements, based on expert guidance. Depending on location, this might include a Covid-19 vaccination requirement for any employee whose role requires them to work onsite. Employees may request reasonable accommodation based on a medical condition or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.REQ ID R0104914