As a Principal Associate, Data Scientist on the AI for Data team, you will work closely with Enterprise Data Product, Tech, and Design teams to develop cutting-edge AI-enabled features that enhance data lifecycle management. Your role involves rapid iteration with researchers and engineers to refine product experiences while laying the groundwork for scalable platforms. You must be adept at navigating ambiguous environments and managing competing priorities. Ideal candidates are creative, technically proficient, and statistically minded, capable of handling big data challenges. Preferred qualifications include at least three years of experience in Python and SQL, deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch, natural language processing, information retrieval, search, recommendations, and fine-tuning large language models for specific applications.
Develop AI-enabled features across the data lifecycle using emerging technologies.
Rapidly iterate with researchers and engineers to enhance product experiences.
Build foundational platform components for scalable AI/ML solutions.
Experiment and innovate next-generation data experiences powered by AI.
Deploy deep neural nets and transformer architectures in large-scale environments.
What we're looking for
At least 3 years of experience in Python and SQL.
Proficient in Deep Learning Frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Experience with large-scale training and deployment of deep neural networks.
Expertise in Natural Language Processing and Information Retrieval.
Knowledge of Search, Recommendations, and Fine-tuning LLM for specific applications.
Market check
Salary context
This
$161,800–$184,600
range sits above
62%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$116,450–$220,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$141,550–$199,850
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 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.