Capital One Financial Corporation

Senior Associate, Data Scientist - Audit Data Science

Capital One Financial Corporation$123K — $140K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Computer Science, or related plus relevant experience
  • 2+ years of experience performing data analytics and working with Python, Scala, or R
  • Hands-on experience with machine learning and NLP models
  • Experience producing scalable data pipelines and data validation frameworks
  • Comfort in using SQL and cloud platforms like AWS for data solutions

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risk and drive informed decisions
  • Utilize a range of technologies to extract insights from large data sets
  • Develop machine learning and NLP models from concept to implementation
  • Build scalable data pipelines to enhance feature updates
  • Create visualization tools for effective model monitoring
  • Research new technologies to improve data management and model deployment
  • Communicate complex data findings in a clear manner to varied audiences

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Competitive retirement plans and financial incentives
  • Flexible work schedules and remote work options
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Inclusive work environment that values diversity
Full Job Description
Senior Associate, Data Scientist - Audit Data Science

Innovation is at the heart of everything we do on the Audit Analytics and Innovation team. We’re not a traditional Data Science team: we build creative ML solutions across multiple domains, such as LLM based chatbots, GenAI powered applications, AML/Fraud identification, and Customer call transcripts intelligence. Opportunities to learn and build fast allow our team members to develop towards their full potential. We partner closely with product, tech, and design teams to enable faster build-to-market cycles for product features that delight our customers with dynamic and integrated experiences. 

You will be the driving force to experiment, innovate, and create next-generation features powered by the latest emerging NLP and Generative AI technologies. If you love a fast-paced, highly rewarding environment, and you love being a builder and communicator, this is the place for you.

In this role, you will:

  • Partner with a cross-functional team of data scientists, data analysts, risk professionals, software engineers, and product managers to manage risk and uncertainty in order to lead Capital One to the best decisions, not just avoid the worst ones 

  • Leverage a broad stack of technologies (Python, Conda, Flask, Dash, Hugging Face, LangChain, AWS, H2O, Spark, and more) to reveal the insights hidden within huge volumes of numeric and textual data

  • Build machine learning and NLP models through all phases of development, from design through training, evaluation, validation, and implementation.

  • Productionize highly scalable data pipelines for faster feature changes and updates, and implementing data validation framework and quality tests 

  • Develop visualization tools to streamline model monitoring reports 

  • Investigate new technology to advance data management, model development and deployment and drive change in enterprise ML products 

  • Flex your interpersonal skills to translate the complexity of your work into tangible business goals

The Ideal Candidate is:

  • Innovative. You continually research and evaluate emerging technologies. You stay current on published state-of-the-art methods, technologies, and applications and seek out opportunities to apply them.

  • Creative. You thrive on bringing definition to big, undefined problems. You love asking questions and pushing hard to find answers. You’re not afraid to share a new idea.

  • Technical. You’re comfortable with open-source languages and are passionate about developing further. You have hands-on experience developing data science solutions using open-source tools and cloud computing platforms.

  • Collaboration and Communication. You’re capable of effectively articulating data insights and analytics strategies to a diverse audience, including auditors, engineers, product managers and leadership. 

  • Statistically-minded. You’ve built models, validated them, and back tested them. You know how to interpret a confusion matrix or a ROC curve. You have experience with clustering, classification, sentiment analysis, time series, and deep learning.

  • A data guru. “Big data” doesn’t faze you. You have the skills to retrieve, combine, and analyze data from a variety of sources and structures. You know understanding the data is often the key to great data science.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining one of the following with an expectation that the required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date:

    • A Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) plus 2 years of experience performing data analytics

    • A Master's Degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) or an MBA with a quantitative concentration

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 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

  • At least 2 years of experience in Python, Scala, or R

  • At least 2 years of experience with machine learning

  • At least 2 years of experience with SQL 

Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

McLean, VA: $135,600 - $154,800 for Sr Assoc, Data ScienceRichmond, VA: $123,300 - $140,700 for Sr Assoc, Data Science


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

About Capital One Financial Corporation

Chevy Chase Bank is the greater Washington region's largest locally-owned banking institution providing a complete array of financial products and services to consumers and businesses in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. The Bank, which is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, has approximately 250 branches and over 1,000 ATMs, more than anyone else in the greater Washington market. Chevy Chase Bank currently has over $16 billion in assets and services over 1 million customers. For more information about Chevy Chase Bank, please visit chevychasebank.com.

Capital One Financial Corporation Careers

Join the vibrant team at Capital One Financial Corporation, a leader in the financial services industry, where innovation meets purpose-driven leadership. As one of the most forward-thinking companies in banking, Capital One is the perfect place to jumpstart or advance your career with a myriad of job opportunities in various fields.

Work You’ll Do

At Capital One, we are committed to excellence and setting our team members up for success. By joining our dynamic team, you will engage in meaningful work that makes a real difference. From developing cutting-edge technology to crafting personalized financial solutions, every position at Capital One is geared towards redefining the future of banking.

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Capital One is not just a company; it's a hub of innovation and leadership. We empower our professionals to lead with their ideas and see them come to life. Our culture thrives on diversity and the unique perspectives each team member brings. Here, your skills in networking, problem-solving, and leadership will not only be valued but also nurtured through professional development and diversity training.

Grow Your Career

Capital One is deeply invested in the growth and development of its employees. With robust training programs, mentorship, and resources for professional enhancement, we ensure that your career trajectory aligns with your personal and professional goals. Whether it’s rising through the ranks or switching tracks via internal job opportunities, your growth is our priority.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

For those starting their journey, Capital One offers enriching internship programs that provide a glimpse into the culture and work ethic that drives our success. Interns gain hands-on experience, valuable insights, and the opportunity to network with leaders across the company. For seasoned professionals, we offer positions that challenge your expertise while encouraging balance and innovation.

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Learn more about Capital One Financial Corporation
Size
51,500 employees
Market Cap
$34.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.7 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+2.4%
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