Data Scientist - Payments Risk Management & Data Analytics

Tech Ladies®; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal in Scottsdale is seeking a mid‑level Data Scientist – Payments Risk Management & Data Analytics to develop and implement data science models and algorithms for business needs. You will work with stakeholders to define data requirements and deliver scalable solutions, while ensuring data quality and efficient processes.

You will collaborate across teams to perform advanced statistical analysis, interpret complex data, and drive improvements in risk management analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 1+ years relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data science models and algorithms.
• Analyze and interpret complex data sets.
• Ensure data quality and integrity.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data requirements.
• Optimize data processes for efficiency and performance.
• Perform advanced statistical analysis and reporting.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Data Scientist – Payments Risk Management & Data Analytics

PayPal

Scottsdale

Full-time

Mid-Level

Salary: $106k–$157.3k / yr

Job Summary

This job will develop and implement data science models and algorithms to support business needs. You will work with stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions. Your role involves ensuring data quality, optimizing data processes, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data science models and algorithms.
• Analyze and interpret complex data sets.
• Ensure data quality and integrity.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data requirements.
• Optimize data processes for efficiency and performance.
• Perform advanced statistical analysis and reporting.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

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 comprehensive, choice‑based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.

For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in‑person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

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 [e-mail].

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.

Travel

Travel Percent: 0

Pay Range

Primary Location : Pay Range: Chicago, Illinois: ($106,000.00 - $157,300.00 Annually)

No other locations are assigned to this requisition currently.

Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.