Applied Researcher I
Company: eBay
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 6, 2026
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Job Description:
At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re
changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers
millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the
world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark
as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our
customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are
welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every
day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our
customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate
thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and
build communities to create economic opportunity for all. Are you
ready to take your career to the next level? At eBay, you will join
a passionate community dedicated to crafting a bold and versatile
work environment. We are looking for ambitious and hardworking
individuals to join our Risk Science team in Austin as an Applied
Researcher I. Here, you will play a crucial role in crafting the
future of global commerce and making a significant, positive impact
on millions of eBay sellers and shoppers worldwide. Primary Job
Responsibilities Support the risk department by bringing to bear
big data technologies to aggregate and structure data. Conduct
statistical analysis and develop algorithmic solutions to minimize
fraud and oversee our buyers and sellers. Research and develop new
methodologies and techniques to improve risk management. Act as the
technical owner of projects, customizing analytic tools,
techniques, and processes. Develop tracking and reporting systems
to determine the efficiency of models and risk initiatives. Build
and develop systems to transform petabytes of data into
statistically significant features for modeling. Collaborate with
Business Unit Partners and Policy Makers to build scalable and
repeatable solutions. Partner with the Data Engineering team to
deploy models to the Production environment. Required Skills and
Experience Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as computer
science, math, or statistics. Experience working with Big Data
tools such as Hadoop, Hive, and Spark. Expertise in machine
learning packages like Python and R. Strong programming skills in
languages such as Python, Java, or Scala. Background in various
modeling techniques, including GBM, logistic regression,
clustering, deep learning, etc. Excellent analytical skills with a
proven problem-solving ability. Strong presentation and
communication skills. If you are driven by curiosity and a passion
for data science, we want to hear from you. Join us and help build
the next generation of eBay's risk strategy. Your work will be
integral to ensuring the integrity of our marketplace for millions
of buyers and sellers every day! Additional Details The base pay
range for this position is expected in the range below: $98,000 -
$173,600 Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple
individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience.
The total compensation package for this position may also include
other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units
(as applicable) in addition to a full range of medical, financial,
and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various
paid time off benefits, such as PTO and parental leave). Details of
participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an
employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employees will
be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to
modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or
compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to
individual performance, Company or individual department/team
performance, and market factors. eBay is an equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, national
origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status,
and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a
need that requires accommodation, please contact us at
talent@ebay.com . We will make every effort to respond to your
request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our
accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to
ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. It is
unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector
test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An
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