Principal Data Scientist - Remote/Hybrid ML Leader (Payments) (, MA, United States)

Are you ready to architect the future of global commerce? At Global Payments Inc., we are looking for a visionary Principal Data Scientist to join our Data & Analytics team and help redefine how the world moves money. This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you will bridge the gap between complex machine learning theory and real-world financial infrastructure. Whether you are working remotely or collaborating from our Massachusetts office, you will be at the heart of a global operation, scaling sophisticated AI systems that power secure, seamless transactions for millions of users every single day.

In this role, you will be much more than a coder; you will be a strategic force shaping our technical roadmap and mentoring a team of elite senior engineers. You will drive the end-to-end lifecycle of payment optimization models, ensuring that our algorithms are not only innovative but also robust, compliant, and production-ready. We are looking for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to partner with product and engineering teams to turn raw data into breakthrough financial solutions. If you are passionate about building scalable ML systems and want to leave a lasting mark on the fintech industry, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI).
• Experience with statistical programming languages like R or Python.
• Ability to derive actionable insights from large, complex datasets.
• Strong mathematical background and analytical thinking.
• Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes is beneficial.
• Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field.