This role pays more than
75%
of similar roles. Most pay
$126,800–$181,855
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$182k
versus about
$154k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About PayPal
PayPal is a leading global digital wallet and online payment system, founded in 1998, that allows individuals and businesses to send, receive, and manage funds securely in over 200 markets.
PayPal currently has
84 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$160,500–$235,826
across 84 roles with salary data.
As a Senior Data Scientist at PayPal in Chicago, you will join the Fraud Prevention team to tackle complex data challenges by applying advanced analytical and technical skills. Your daily tasks include designing sophisticated real-time risk assessment solutions that balance organizational loss appetite with user experience metrics, while also conducting A/B testing and creating comprehensive data visualization dashboards for stakeholders. You will work closely with Product Management and Engineering teams to support new product launches and develop robust fraud detection models using statistical methodologies. Essential skills include proficiency in Python, SQL, BigQuery, Tableau, Hadoop, Hive, Jupyter Notebooks, and GitHub, along with experience in financial analysis and data mining. This role requires a Master’s degree or equivalent work experience and offers the opportunity to mentor junior analysts while staying abreast of evolving fraud methodologies and industry regulations.