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Senior Data Scientist

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Capital One

Capital One

10,001+ employees

Offers diverse financial products and services

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$139kAnnually

+ Performance-based incentive compensation + Cash bonuses + Long-term incentives

Senior

H1B Sponsorship Available

McLean, VA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Chicago, IL, USA

Illinois position is hybrid and requires on-site presence.

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
R
Apache Spark
SQL
AWS
Scala
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree plus 3 years of experience in data analytics, or currently has, or is in the process of obtaining Master’s Degree plus 1 year of experience in data analytics with an expectation that required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date
  • At least 1 year of experience in open source programming languages for large scale data analysis
  • At least 1 year of experience with machine learning
  • At least 1 year of experience with relational databases
  • Master’s Degree in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics), or PhD in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics)
  • Experience working with AWS
  • Experience building or validating models
  • At least 1 year of experience working with Generative AI
  • At least 2 years’ experience in Python, Scala, or R for data analysis
  • At least 2 years’ experience with machine learning
  • At least 2 years’ experience with SQL
Responsibilities
  • Drive innovation in Compliance Testing for various enterprise lines of businesses using LLMs
  • Demonstrate proof of concept for genAI use cases by leveraging LLMs with prompt engineering, RAG, and other techniques
  • Partner with a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, and product managers to deliver a product customers love
  • Leverage a broad stack of technologies — Python, AWS, Spark, and more — to reveal the insights hidden within huge volumes of numeric and textual data
  • Build machine learning models through all phases of development, from design through training, evaluation, validation, and implementation
  • Flex your interpersonal skills to translate the complexity of your work into tangible business goals

Capital One provides a variety of financial services aimed at making banking accessible and easy for everyone. The company offers products such as credit cards, savings accounts, car loans, and business checking accounts, catering to both individual consumers and small businesses primarily in the United States. Capital One's approach includes user-friendly banking solutions with no fees or minimums for checking accounts, allowing customers to manage their finances more effectively. They generate revenue through interest on loans, credit card fees, and investment banking services. What sets Capital One apart from its competitors is its strong commitment to financial inclusion and literacy, demonstrated through community partnerships and educational initiatives, such as collaborations with Khan Academy. The company's goal is to create a more inclusive financial system while providing comprehensive support and resources to help customers make informed financial decisions.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$15.9M

Headquarters

McLean, Virginia

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Capital One's extensive range of financial products and services provides ample opportunities for career growth and specialization.
  • The company's commitment to financial inclusion and literacy offers employees a chance to make a meaningful impact on communities.
  • Strategic partnerships and investments, such as those with Stripe, Adyen, and StrongDM, indicate a forward-thinking approach and potential for innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive financial services landscape requires Capital One to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • The end of the consumer card partnership with Walmart could impact customer acquisition and revenue streams.

What makes Capital One unique

  • Capital One's focus on financial inclusion and no-fee banking solutions sets it apart from traditional banks that often have more restrictive fee structures.
  • Their strategic partnerships with fintech giants like Stripe and Adyen for fraud prevention highlight their commitment to leveraging technology for enhanced security.
  • Capital One's collaboration with educational platforms like Khan Academy underscores their dedication to financial literacy, a unique value proposition in the financial services sector.

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Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage

Onsite Health Centers

Prescription saving with network of local pharmacies

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Assistance

401(k)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and Disability insurance

Generous paid time off + corporate & floating holidays

Registered dieticians on site, cooking classes and free virtual fitness classes

Employee Assistance Program