PayPal Data Scientist 

United States, California, San Jose 

394324676

Job Description:

World class strategic and analytical thinking, with a demonstrated ability to synthesize multiple sources of information (quantitative and qualitative) to solve complex problems in a structured, data-driven way

·Experience in providing strategic advice to complex global organizations

·End-to-end management of complex, multi-faceted projects (e.g., scoping, deliverables, team)

·Ability to shape strategy and engagement plans with potential partners, prepare for negotiations and engage strategically

·Superior communications (verbal, prose, PowerPoint) and influencing skills

·Track record of delivering tangible results

·People management and development skills

·Appetite to learn and comfort with uncertainty

Your day-to-day

• Strategy development:
  Support the development of PayPal’s strategy, for both the company and individual business units
• Project management & execution
  : Manage strategic projects end-to-end, delivering actionable recommendations for key clients. Coordinate execution of recommendations with key stakeholders as needed
• Research & analysis
  : Conduct and/or lead key qualitative (e.g., primary research, synthesis of secondary data sources) and quantitative (e.g., Excel modelling) analysis in support of deliverables
• Business development & partnerships:
  Support global partner strategy development, planning and engagement

What do you need to bring

• 3-5 years of experience at a leading strategy consulting firm, business development and/or corporate strategy team post graduate school
• MBA or quantitative degree from a top school preferred
• Experience in financial services (particularly payments), technology and/or e-commerce preferred
• Demonstrated career progression with increasing responsibility over time
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to influence teams.
• Results oriented with the ability to identify the long-term effects of decisions/solutions on customers and the business.
• Proficient in the use of a personal computer and its applications, including Windows and Windows based applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc).

Our Benefits:

Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please