Capital One
Principal Data Analyst, External Affairs
Capital One, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107
Locations: VA - McLean, United States of America, McLean, Virginia
Principal Data Analyst, External AffairsAt Capital One, data is at the center of everything we do. When we launched as a startup we disrupted the credit card industry by individually personalizing every credit card offer using statistical modeling and the relational database, cutting edge technology in 1988! Fast-forward a few years, and this little innovation and our passion for data has skyrocketed us to a Fortune 200 company and a leader in the world of data-driven decision-making.
As a Data Analyst at Capital One you will leverage analytic and technical skills to innovate, build, and maintain well-managed data solutions and capabilities to tackle business problems.
In this role you will be working on a team that is truly changing banking for good, enabling the Data and Product strategy for Capital One’s External Affairs (EA) group. This Data Analyst role is uniquely positioned to reimagine the EA Intelligence Team's data infrastructure which will allow Capital One to produce better, more real-time insights into how we are showing up as a company in the marketplace, as well as the areas where we can make an even bigger and better impact in the communities that we serve. You will work in a team of Data and Product practitioners who have a passion for solving challenging and interesting problems for our external and internal customers and the communities that we serve.
On any given day you will be challenged on three types of work – Innovation, Business Intelligence and Data Management:
Innovation
Use Open Source/Digital technologies to mine complex, voluminous, and different varieties of data sources and platforms
Build well-managed data solutions, tools, and capabilities to enable self-service frameworks for data consumers
Demonstrate ability to explore and quickly grasp new technologies to progress varied initiatives
Business Intelligence
Partner with the business to provide consultancy and translate the business needs to design and develop tools, techniques, metrics, and dashboards for insights and data visualization
Drive analysis that provides meaningful insights on business strategies
Data Management
Drive an understanding and adherence to the principles of data quality management including metadata, lineage, and business definitions
Work collaboratively with appropriate Tech teams to manage security mechanisms and data access governance
Build and execute tools to monitor and report on data quality
Our ideal candidate will have:
Degree specialized in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics discipline
Scripting experience in (Python, R, Spark, and SQL)
Strong desire and experience with data in various forms (data warehouses/SQL, unstructured data)
Experience utilizing and developing within AWS services
Basic Qualifications:
Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree plus at least 5 years of experience in data analytics, or currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Master’s Degree plus at least 3 years in data analytics, or currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a PhD with an expectation that required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date.
At least 3 years of experience in at least one scripting language
At least 1 year of experience utilizing a business intelligence visualization tool
At least 3 years of experience in querying and analyzing and working with data languages and platforms
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics discipline
At least 4 years of experience coding in Python, R, Spark, or SQL
At least 4 years of experience working within process management and improvement methodologies – Agile, Lean, Six Sigma, etc.
At least 2 years of experience utilizing and developing within AWS services
At least 2 years of experience delivering Data Governance and Data Quality Management concepts and practices within the financial services industry
Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.
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. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace.
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Principal Data Analyst, External AffairsAt Capital One, data is at the center of everything we do. When we launched as a startup we disrupted the credit card industry by individually personalizing every credit card offer using statistical modeling and the relational database, cutting edge technology in 1988! Fast-forward a few years, and this little innovation and our passion for data has skyrocketed us to a Fortune 200 company and a leader in the world of data-driven decision-making.
As a Data Analyst at Capital One you will leverage analytic and technical skills to innovate, build, and maintain well-managed data solutions and capabilities to tackle business problems.
In this role you will be working on a team that is truly changing banking for good, enabling the Data and Product strategy for Capital One’s External Affairs (EA) group. This Data Analyst role is uniquely positioned to reimagine the EA Intelligence Team's data infrastructure which will allow Capital One to produce better, more real-time insights into how we are showing up as a company in the marketplace, as well as the areas where we can make an even bigger and better impact in the communities that we serve. You will work in a team of Data and Product practitioners who have a passion for solving challenging and interesting problems for our external and internal customers and the communities that we serve.
On any given day you will be challenged on three types of work – Innovation, Business Intelligence and Data Management:
Innovation
Use Open Source/Digital technologies to mine complex, voluminous, and different varieties of data sources and platforms
Build well-managed data solutions, tools, and capabilities to enable self-service frameworks for data consumers
Demonstrate ability to explore and quickly grasp new technologies to progress varied initiatives
Business Intelligence
Partner with the business to provide consultancy and translate the business needs to design and develop tools, techniques, metrics, and dashboards for insights and data visualization
Drive analysis that provides meaningful insights on business strategies
Data Management
Drive an understanding and adherence to the principles of data quality management including metadata, lineage, and business definitions
Work collaboratively with appropriate Tech teams to manage security mechanisms and data access governance
Build and execute tools to monitor and report on data quality
Our ideal candidate will have:
Degree specialized in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics discipline
Scripting experience in (Python, R, Spark, and SQL)
Strong desire and experience with data in various forms (data warehouses/SQL, unstructured data)
Experience utilizing and developing within AWS services
Basic Qualifications:
Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree plus at least 5 years of experience in data analytics, or currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Master’s Degree plus at least 3 years in data analytics, or currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a PhD with an expectation that required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date.
At least 3 years of experience in at least one scripting language
At least 1 year of experience utilizing a business intelligence visualization tool
At least 3 years of experience in querying and analyzing and working with data languages and platforms
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics discipline
At least 4 years of experience coding in Python, R, Spark, or SQL
At least 4 years of experience working within process management and improvement methodologies – Agile, Lean, Six Sigma, etc.
At least 2 years of experience utilizing and developing within AWS services
At least 2 years of experience delivering Data Governance and Data Quality Management concepts and practices within the financial services industry
Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.
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. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace.
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