Director, Data Scientist - External Data Strategy

Capital One

McLean, Virginia, United States
Base: mclean va $269,100-$307,200; new york ny $29...
Not specified (assumed hybrid or onsite based on the location)
Python programming for large scale data
Machine learning model development lifecycle
Aws cloud computing platform experience
Capital One is seeking a Director of Data Science for their External Data Strategy team, where the successful candidate will lead a team of data scientists to develop data pipelines and machine learning models. The role requires significant experience in data analytics, machine learning, and open-source programming within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a team of 10-15 data scientists while setting strategic agendas and providing technical oversight.
  • Candidates will leverage technologies like Python, Spark, and AWS to build machine learning models and data pipelines from design through implementation.
  • Capital One offers competitive salaries ranging from $269,100 to $335,100 depending on location, along with performance-based incentive compensation.

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Capital One is seeking a Director of Data Science for their External Data Strategy team, where the successful candidate will lead a team of data scientists to develop data pipelines and machine learning models. The role requires significant experience in data analytics, machine learning, and open-source programming within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Salary

Base: McLean VA $269,100-$307,200; New York NY $293,600-$335,100; Bonus/Equity: Performance based incentive compensation available; Benefits: Comprehensive health, financial, and well-being benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python programming for large scale data
  • Machine learning model development lifecycle
  • AWS cloud computing platform experience
  • Spark distributed computing framework
  • Relational database management systems
  • Databricks analytics platform usage

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for customer-first decision making
  • Experience challenging conventional thinking
  • Strong talent development leadership skills
  • Ability to translate complex work to business goals
  • Expertise in consumer financial data domains

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 9 years experience OR Master's plus 7 years OR PhD plus 4 years
  • Minimum 4 years experience with open source languages for large scale analysis
  • Minimum 4 years experience working with machine learning
  • Minimum 4 years experience utilizing relational databases
  • At least 3 years managing people preferred
  • At least 5 years experience in Python for large scale data analysis preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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