The Manager of Data Science role within the Discover Card Customer Management team focuses on integrating and optimizing models from both Discover and Capital One to enhance portfolio underwriting. This senior position involves leveraging a robust technology stack including Python, Conda, AWS, H2O, Spark, and more to analyze vast datasets and derive actionable insights. The ideal candidate is customer-centric, creative, and statistically proficient, with at least four years of experience in large-scale data analysis using Python, Scala, or R, alongside expertise in machine learning and SQL. This role demands strong interpersonal skills to bridge technical complexity with business needs, ensuring the seamless integration of advanced analytics into Discover’s card portfolio management processes.
Skills
Python
AWS
H2O
Spark
SQL
Scala
R
Machine_Learning
What you'll do
Manage and optimize models used for underwriting the Discover Card portfolio.
Utilize Python, Conda, AWS, H2O, Spark to analyze large datasets and extract insights.
Integrate Discover’s models with Capital One’s models to enhance decision-making processes.
Apply advanced statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to complex data challenges.
Communicate technical findings effectively to non-technical stakeholders for informed business decisions.
What we're looking for
At least 4 years of experience in Python, Scala, or R for large-scale data analysis.
Strong proficiency with machine learning and SQL.
Experience leveraging technologies like AWS, H2O, Spark, and more.
Ability to manage models used for underwriting credit card portfolios.
Customer-first mindset and creative problem-solving skills.
Market check
Salary context
This
$179,400–$204,700
range sits above
71%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$110,000–$220,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$126,800–$198,900
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 239 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Capital One Financial
Capital One Financial is a bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings products, known for its data-driven approach to consumer and commercial finance. Industry: Financial Services & Banking
Capital One Financial currently has
489 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$197,300–$225,100
across 483 roles with salary data.