Applied Researcher II

About the Mission

At Capital One, we are creating trustworthy and reliable AI systems to change banking for good. For years, we have led the industry in using machine learning to create real-time, intelligent, automated customer experiences. From informing customers about unusual charges to answering their questions instantly, our applications of AI & ML bring humanity and simplicity to banking. We are committed to building world-class applied science and engineering teams to reimagine how we serve our customers and businesses.

About the Team

The AI Foundations team is at the center of bringing our vision for AI at Capital One to life. Our work touches every aspect of the research life cycle, from partnering with academia to building production systems. We collaborate with product, technology, and business leaders to apply state-of-the-art AI to our business, delivering AI-powered products that transform how customers interact with their money.

About the Role

As an Applied Researcher II, you will engage in high-impact applied research to take the latest AI developments and push them into the next generation of customer experiences. You will partner with a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, and product managers to deliver solutions that reveal insights hidden within huge volumes of numeric and textual data.

In this role, you will build AI foundation models through all phases of development, from design through training, evaluation, validation, and implementation. You will flex your interpersonal skills to translate the complexity of your work into tangible business goals, ensuring that every decision made is the right one for our customers. You will own and pursue a research agenda, choosing impactful problems and autonomously carrying out long-running projects.

Hiring Process

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We promote a drug-free workplace and consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable laws. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where talent development is a passion for our team and beyond.