Sr Manager, Data Science

PayPal • Scottsdale, AZ

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Manager in the Sanctions & PEP Data Science team, you will serve as the strategic leader driving PayPal’s global Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) program. In this role, you will lead a team of data scientists and analysts to design, implement, and operationalize advanced PEP detection and monitoring capabilities. You will partner closely with Global Compliance Officers, regional MLROs, engineering, and product teams to translate evolving regulatory requirements into scalable, data-driven frameworks that support PayPal’s global compliance commitments.

Requirements

• 8+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience leading others

Nice To Haves

• Deep understanding of PEP frameworks, customer due diligence requirements, FATF guidance, and global financial crime risk management.
• Strong technical expertise in Python, SQL, Spark, R, and experience with big data ecosystems (BigQuery, Hadoop).
• Experience building and deploying risk models, entity resolution, or graph analytics at scale.
• Proven ability to partner with compliance officers, regulators, MLROs, and cross-functional teams to operationalize regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager