Principal Data Analyst - Card Data AI Automation
Capitalone· startup· Fintech· Sep 18, 2026 · 1mo ago
Richmond VA
Hybrid
Full-time
Principal
$131K–$150K
5+ years exp
Job description
Principal Data Analyst - Card Data AI Automation
At 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. Capital One’s Card Data Management (CDM) team is seeking a Principal Data Analyst with strong problem-solving and conceptual thinking abilities, paired with solid communication and interpersonal skills. In this role, you will be a part of a team of talented analysts driving our AI automation strategy for Card Data. By championing LLM tools like Gemini and Claude, you will help automate complex data validation processes and establish proactive metrics to eliminate operational fire drills. Through this impactful work and a strong focus on work-life balance, we’ve created a dynamic environment with plenty of room for you to learn, grow, and realize your full potential.
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 in quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related quantitative field) plus at least 5 years of experience performing data analytics, or, a Master’s Degree plus at least 3 years performing data analytics with an expectation that required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date.
At least 3 years of experience working with at least one scripting language
At least 3 years of experience utilizing a business intelligence visualization tool
At least 3 years of experience in querying, analyzing and working with data languages and platforms
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics discipline
Proven experience in developing data strategies that incorporate LLM technologies, such as Gemini and Claud
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.
This role is Hybrid , with associates expected to consistently spend three days per week in the office
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
McLean, VA: $131,300 - $149,800 for Principal Data Analyst
Richmond, VA: $119,400 - $136,200 for Principal Data Analyst
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.
This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.
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 (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.
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For technical support or questions about Capital One s recruiting process, please send an email to Careers capitalone.com
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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).
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