Payments company PayPal has announced the creation of 100 data science roles at its Dublin office.
The expansion is linked to the establishment of a new AI and fraud data science centre.
PayPal said it is continuing to evolve its Dublin site beyond its roots as a customer service hub into a centre for innovation.
The new roles will span a range of disciplines, including AI engineering, data science, software development, risk modelling, and cybersecurity.
The positions will support areas such as loss prevention and enhancing customer experiences.
“As we shape the next generation of digital payments, the talent and innovation coming from Ireland will play a critical role,” said Aaron J Webster, Global Chief Risk Officer at PayPal.
“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,” Mr Webster said.
The job expansion by PayPal is being supported by the Government through IDA Ireland.
“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,” said Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke,
IDA Ireland CEO Michael Lohan welcomed the job announcement.
“This is a testament to Ireland’s enduring appeal as a location for high-value investments,” Mr Lohan said.
Last year, PayPal cut 290 jobs at its Irish operation.
In March 2023, the company announced 62 redundancies in Dundalk and Dublin, and the closure of its Dundalk office.
Remaining staff in Dundalk were moved to remote working.
