PayPal has announced the creation of 100 new data science roles at its Dublin office.
The jobs come as PayPal invests in artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and “transforms its operations in Ireland.”
The new AI team in Dublin will be a “key element of PayPal's global network”, working closely with the company's other innovation centres.
This recruitment initiative is supported by the Irish Government.
PayPal continues to develop its Dublin office, moving from a customer service hub to an innovation hub.
“Ireland’s talent and innovation will be critical in shaping the next generation of digital payments,” said Aaron J. Webster, PayPal’s global chief risk officer.
This expansion reflects both our confidence in the local ecosystem and our commitment to building a future powered by AI and data that ensures every transaction is trusted and secure. We are proud to strengthen our position in Ireland and invest in highly skilled people who will help shape PayPal’s future globally.
The new positions will cover a wide range of disciplines, including artificial intelligence development, data science, software engineering, risk modeling and cybersecurity.
Pictured left to right: Aaron J. Webster, Global Chief Risk Officer, PayPal; Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment; Siobhan Hanley, Head of Fintech and Payments, IDA Ireland; and Maeve McConnon, Head of International Financial Services, IDA Ireland.
Mr Webster added: “Our work to solve some of the world’s most complex and critical commercial challenges is supported by the unprecedented scale of our platform and the unique volume of data available to us. We are pushing the boundaries of what is possible by empowering data scientists to harness cutting-edge AI technologies and transform the future of fraud detection and payment security.”
Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, said: “This announcement from PayPal is a significant vote of confidence in Ireland as a destination for investment in cutting-edge technology. The creation of 100 highly skilled jobs in cutting-edge areas such as artificial intelligence and data analytics reinforces our status as a global hub for innovation and I would like to thank PayPal for its continued partnership with IDA Ireland.”
Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland, said: “I am delighted that PayPal has decided to create up to 100 new highly skilled tech jobs in Ireland. This confirms the continued attractiveness of the
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