Staff Data Scientist

Job Summary

We are seeking a Staff Data Scientist to join the Venmo Marketing Data Science team. In this role, you will lead measurement and analytics for Paid Marketing, with a focus on evaluating media effectiveness, identifying performance drivers, and optimizing marketing investments.

You will develop scalable measurement frameworks across marketing channels and campaigns, including incrementality testing, platform and geo-experimentation, attribution, and marketing mix modeling. You will translate complex data into actionable insights that guide audience, channel, budget, and campaign optimization decisions.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data science projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
• Develop and maintain data models, algorithms, and reporting systems to support data analysis and decision-making.
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that drive strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and provide actionable insights.
• Ensure data quality and integrity through regular audits and validation processes.
• Mentor and guide junior data scientists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in SQL for data extraction, transformation, and analysis.
• Strong experience with Python or R for statistical analysis, experimentation, causal inference, and predictive modeling.
• Hands-on experience with BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI for campaign performance tracking and visualization.
• Deep understanding of paid media measurement, including attribution, incrementality testing, geo-experimentation, marketing mix modeling, and ROI optimization.
• Experience measuring performance across major paid media platforms and channels.
• Experience developing scalable marketing measurement frameworks, analytical tools, or solutions from the ground up.
• Ability to translate complex analyses into clear insights and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including experience influencing senior leaders and investment decisions.
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to partner across Paid Media, Marketing Strategy, Finance, Product, Engineering, and Analytics teams.
• Ability to independently lead complex analytical projects, identify measurement gaps, and recommend improvements to campaign and investment strategies.
• Proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Subsidiary: PayPal

Travel Percent: 0

• 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

San Jose, California: ($176,500.00 - $262,350.00 Annually)

Additional Location(s) | Pay Range

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.

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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.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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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