PayPal today announced that it will create 100 new highly skilled data science roles at its Dublin office.

The expansion reflects the company’s commitment to investing in the future of commerce through advanced data science and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. 

The new AI team in Dublin will work in close coordination with PayPal’s other innovation hubs.

"This expansion reflects both our confidence in the local ecosystem and our ambition to build an AI-driven, data-powered future that embeds trust and safety in every transaction," said Global Chief Risk Officer at PayPal, Aaron J. Webster.

"We are proud to deepen our commitment to Ireland and to invest in highly skilled roles that will help shape the future of PayPal globally.”

The new roles will span a range of disciplines, including AI engineering, data science, software development, risk modeling, and cybersecurity. These positions will support key strategic priorities such as loss prevention and enhancing customer experiences. 

"This announcement by PayPal is a strong vote of confidence in Ireland as a location for high-value tech investment," said Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Peter Burke.

"The creation of 100 highly skilled roles in cutting-edge fields like AI and data science reinforces our status as a global hub for innovation, and I would like to commend PayPal for its ongoing partnership with IDA Ireland.”