PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers.
We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks.
We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds.
We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards.
Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other.
We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts.
We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk.
We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.
What you need to know about the role:
PayPal Ads is looking for an experienced advertising technology leader with a track record of building and scaling ad technology organizations.
You will help create and drive the ads technology strategy, infrastructure, and architecture for the PayPal Ads organization and ensure that teams and individuals work towards the shared strategy of the Ads business.
Meet our team:
PayPal Ads’ vision is to be the premier commerce-centric advertising platform, seamlessly connecting PayPal, Venmo, and Honey users with advertisers and merchants.
We help advertisers and merchants sell more products and services effectively, enabling consumers to discover and buy what they love. Leveraging transaction data from approximately a quarter of the world’s $6 trillion in digital commerce and nearly 400million active accounts annually, our platform empowers advertisers to engage customers through the entire marketing funnel—from awareness to purchase, loyalty, and advocacy.
We are establishing a new PayPal Ads division to drive the growth of our advertising business. With a dedicated organization responsible for our comprehensive suite of advertising products, PayPal Ads will empower merchants and brands to reach and convert our highly engaged user base across PayPal, Venmo, and Honey platforms in multiple markets, revolutionizing global commerce.
Your Way to Impact:
PayPal Ads is looking for an experienced advertising technology leader with a track record of building and scaling ad technology organizations.
You will help create and drive the ads technology strategy, infrastructure, and architecture for the PayPal Ads organization and ensure that teams and individuals work towards the shared strategy of the Ads business.
You'll assist in leading the development, implementation, and execution of PayPal Ads' technology strategy based on a deep domain experience and understanding of the ads industry.
You will work closely with cross-functional partners, including sales, operations, finance, product, engineering, and marketing ensuring we are building impactful ad products built to scale, that will generate impact and enhance our value proposition.
We seek a high-performing team leader who drives results rapidly while delivering profitable growth for the PayPal Ads business.
In this role, you have the opportunity to significantly extend PayPal’s value proposition to our three-sided network while being instrumental in developing our new advertising business for the company.
This role will be part of the Consumer Engineering Leadership team reporting into the SVP of Consumer Engineering.
Your Day to Day:
- Aid in the development and growth of PayPal Ads engineering and technology strategy.
- Lead and manage engineering and tech teams within the PayPal Ads division.
- Develop and execute initiatives and drive business goals.
- Drive Integration into PayPal applications.
- Oversee the design, development, implementation and deployment of all ad technologies and solutions.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams (Marketing, IT, Product, Engineering) to implement technology-driven projects and campaigns.
- Provide leadership to the PayPal Ads technology team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and cohesion.
What You Bring:
- Degree in Computer Science, or a related technical field. Advanced degree preferred.
- 12-15 years of experience in engineering, product and/or technology, ideally in an AdTech environment.
- 5-10 years’ experience in leading technical organizations.
- Experience in scaling and developing internationally dispersed teams.
- Deep understanding of the advertiser, agencies, and advertiser branding and performance needs.
- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex technology concepts effectively.
- Successful track record building out strategies and partnerships with cross functional leaders.
- Ability to navigate altitudes (shifting between strategic and tactical).
- Ability to synthesize complex information into the essential points to inform executive decision-making.
- Outstanding communication and influencing skills.
- Results-oriented, analytical, self-motivated, and a “hands-on” leader with a proven ability to meet objectives/targets, develop and scale a team, and cultivate superb relationships with cross-functional teams.
- Travel required, as necessary, for customer activities and leadership reviews.
- Experience and appreciation for cultural nuances when working internationally.
- Executive presentation skills; including in-person, written, and verbal.
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Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.
The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit.
The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is $120.300 to $287.100
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 benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.
We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit.
Who We Are:
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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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Belonging at PayPal:
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued.
We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
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