Job Summary:

Job Description:

PayPal, Inc. seeks Machine Learning Engineer in Austin, TX

Job Duties: Gather, analyze and implement high-impact statistical models and AI applications in various business functional areas, focusing on but not limited to Natural Language Processing (NLP) models and Generative AI. Conduct quantitative and qualitative model validation in line with internal Model Risk Management Policy and industry standard to identify and report issues arising from model data, model design and model use. Maintain technical documentation of AI/ML model development and validation. Collaborate with business units and model developers to ensure model issues are agreed and remediated in a timely manner. Build effective relationship with stakeholders from various teams such as data science, engineering, product, customer service/complaints, compliance, audit. Research latest AI/ML advancements and explore opportunities for innovation. Partial telecommuting permitted from within a commutable distance.

Minimum Requirements: Master's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related field plus one year of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.

Special Skill Requirements:

1. Experience developing and deploying statistical model and data-driven applications using Python to analyze multi-terabyte datasets, generate actionable insights and support decision-making for business operation (1 year).

2. Experience analyzing and interpreting credit reports and credit data to derive business insights (1 year).

3. Experience querying, manipulating, and analyzing multi-terabyte datasets, including external bureau data, using SQL to enable advanced business analytics in large-scale operational environments (1 year).

4. Experience building interactive dashboard and data visualizations with Tableau/Looker Studio to communicate customer analytics to stakeholders (1 year).

5. Experience designing, implementing, and deploying machine learning models for business applications (1 year).

6. Experience extracting, transforming, and selecting meaningful features from credit datasets to improve model performance (1 year).

7. Experience conducting statistical analysis and hypothesis testing to uncover meaningful trends and generate actionable recommendations (1 year).

8. Experience working with Generative AI architectures, including Large Language Model (LLMs), to analyze, automate, and enhance internal tool process - such as developing NLP-driven transcription and summarization tools (1 year).

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:

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:

Austin, TX | Salary: $117,500.00-199,500.00 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:
PayPal

Travel Percent:
0

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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.

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