About The Company

Stripe is a leading financial infrastructure platform that empowers businesses of all sizes to accept payments, manage revenue, and accelerate growth. Serving millions of companies worldwide, from large multinational corporations to innovative startups, Stripe's mission is to increase the GDP of the internet by providing seamless, reliable, and scalable financial services. With a focus on building the most comprehensive and developer-friendly payment solutions, Stripe continuously innovates to meet the evolving needs of the global economy. Working at Stripe offers the opportunity to contribute to transformative projects that impact the way commerce is conducted online while advancing your career in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

About The Role

We are seeking talented Data Scientists to join our Data Science team at Stripe. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Product, Finance, Payments, Security, Risk, Growth, and Go-to-Market—to leverage data insights, develop machine learning models, and run experiments that drive strategic decision-making. Your work will influence various aspects of our business, such as optimizing product features, preventing fraud, forecasting key metrics, managing liquidity, and enhancing user experiences. As a Data Scientist at Stripe, you will play a vital role in translating complex data into actionable insights, ensuring our products and strategies are data-driven and impactful. This position offers the chance to work on broad and meaningful projects that shape the future of online commerce and financial technology.

Qualifications

PhD + 3 years, MS/MA + 6 years, or BS/BA + 8 years of data science or quantitative modeling experience Proficiency in SQL and a programming language such as Python or R Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in machine learning, statistics, optimization, product analytics, causal inference, and experimentation Experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present complex analyses and recommendations Proven ability to manage multiple projects with high attention to detail Solid business acumen and experience in synthesizing data insights into strategic actions A builder’s mindset with a curiosity to question assumptions and explore innovative solutions

Responsibilities

Partner with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and identify opportunities for data-driven improvements Develop, implement, and refine machine learning models and statistical analyses to support product, risk, and business strategies Design and analyze experiments to evaluate new features, optimize processes, and quantify causal effects Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for stakeholders Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy models into production environments and monitor their performance Ensure data quality and integrity across various sources and datasets Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and innovative analytical techniques Contribute to the development of scalable data tools and infrastructure to support ongoing analytics efforts

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity packages

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support Inclusive and collaborative work environment Wellness programs and resources to support mental and physical health Employee resource groups and community engagement initiatives

Equal Opportunity

Stripe is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences drive innovation and excellence, and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.