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At a glance
PayPal is hiring a Sr Manager, Data Science in Scottsdale, AZ. It is a full-time role in Data, AI & Analytics, asking for at least 25 years of experience, first listed on November 11. The advertised pay is $203,507–$288,500 a year. The description mentions Python, Machine learning, SQL and Tableau. PayPal has 99 other openings in the US, 29 of them in Scottsdale, AZ. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 3 Data & AI openings in Scottsdale, AZ today; the typical one asks for 7 years and advertises about $246,000 a year at the midpoint.
How the pay compares
PayPal advertises $203,507 to $288,500 a year, a midpoint of $246,004 a year. Where an offer lands in a range usually depends on experience and on the exact location. That is higher than about 92% of the 12 data & AI jobs in Arizona that publish a yearly rate on USA Jobs 24, where the typical midpoint is $168,000 a year. To see roughly what this leaves after federal and Arizona tax, try our take-home pay calculator.
Skills in this advert
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About hiring at PayPal
PayPal has 100 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 43 states. Most are in software & IT (22), data & AI (15) and product & design (12). The biggest locations are San Jose, CA (66), Austin, TX (55) and Chicago, IL (48). 5% of them are remote, 6% are open to entry-level candidates and 100% show pay. We collect PayPal's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Workday), never from job boards or agencies.
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The 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. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.
Job Summary:
This job will design and implement advanced data science models to support business needs. You will work with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions. Your role involves driving best practices in data science, ensuring data quality, and mentoring junior scientists.Job Description:
PayPal, Inc. seeks Sr Manager, Data Science in Scottsdale, Arizona
Job Duties: Lead complex data science projects, ensuring they meet business objectives and deliver actionable insights. Develop advanced data models and algorithms to analyze large datasets and solve complex business problems. Collaborate with senior leadership to identify data-driven opportunities for business growth and efficiency. Implement best practices for data management, analysis, and visualization. Ensure data governance and compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to the data science team. Partial telecommuting permitted from within a commutable distance.
Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering or a closely related field plus eight of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
Special Skill Requirements:
Experience with complex data science projects, using Python, Machine Learning and GPT models (3 years)
Experience with developing and designing advanced data models using Python, SQL and DB systems (3 years)
Experience with collaborating with senior leaders to present identified data driven opportunities using Python, SQL, reporting tools (3 years)
Experience with implementing best practices for data management, analysis and visualizations using enterprise regulated practices, Python, SQL and Tableau (3 years)
Experience with compliance and data governance with expected regulations using Python and SQL (3 years)
EOE, including disability/vets.
The base pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay for this role by location is:
Primary Location | Pay Range:
Scottsdale, Arizona | Salary: $203,507.00-288,500.00 per annum. 40 hours per week; M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Subsidiary:
PayPalTravel Percent:
0PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.
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.
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 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.
Who We Are:
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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.
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.
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