Distinguished Data Engineer - Enterprise Data Technology

Capital One

McLean, VA, US
Base: $269,100 - $335,100 depending on location; b...
Not specified (likely hybrid or onsite based on company culture)
7+ years data engineering experience
3+ years data architecture experience
2+ years aws application development
Capital One is seeking a Distinguished Data Engineer for its Enterprise Data Technology team, focusing on innovative data solutions and AI integration. This role requires significant technical expertise in data architecture, cloud platforms, and machine learning, along with a collaborative mindset

Job Summary

  • This role leads the design of highly scalable, fault-tolerant data architectures that integrate Databricks for complex processing and Snowflake for warehousing.
  • The position requires driving performance engineering for large-scale data ingestion across AWS while developing agentic workflows for AI and ML capabilities.
  • Candidates will act as trusted advisors and evangelists to promote engineering excellence, reuse solutions, and shape next-generation technology roadmaps.

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Capital One is seeking a Distinguished Data Engineer for its Enterprise Data Technology team, focusing on innovative data solutions and AI integration. This role requires significant technical expertise in data architecture, cloud platforms, and machine learning, along with a collaborative mindset.

Salary

Base: $269,100 - $335,100 depending on location; Bonus/LTI: Eligible for performance-based incentive compensation; Benefits: Comprehensive health, financial, and well-being benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years data engineering experience
  • 3+ years data architecture experience
  • 2+ years AWS application development
  • 5+ years Python SQL or Scala proficiency
  • Databricks and Snowflake integration expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Masters degree in related field
  • Experience with LLM inference and vector databases
  • Strategic thought leadership in engineering
  • Ability to mentor and recruit talent
  • Deep knowledge of Delta Lake and Unity Catalog

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • Minimum 7 years data engineering experience
  • Minimum 3 years data architecture experience
  • Minimum 2 years AWS application building
  • Minimum 5 years Python, SQL, or Scala experience
  • Minimum 3 years AI and ML algorithm development

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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