Director, Applied Research
- Full-time
- Company: Capital One
Company Description
Jobs for Humanity is partnering with Capital One to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.
Company Name: Capital One
Company Name: Capital One
Job Description
Director, Applied Research - Changing Banking for Good
About Us:
At Capital One, we are revolutionizing banking with trustworthy and reliable AI systems. Our machine learning technologies are creating real-time, intelligent, and automated customer experiences. From detecting unusual charges to providing instant customer support, our AI-powered solutions are bringing simplicity and humanity to banking. We are looking for talented individuals to join our applied science and engineering teams, and help us reimagine how we serve our customers and businesses.
Job Description:
As the Director of Applied Research, you will lead a team responsible for driving our strategic direction in collaboration with Applied Science, Engineering, and Product leaders. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-powered products that change how customers interact with their money. Leveraging the latest technologies, such as Pytorch, AWS Ultraclusters, Huggingface, and more, you will develop AI foundation models through all phases of development. Additionally, you will engage in high impact applied research to push the boundaries of customer experiences.
Requirements:
- A passion for making the right decisions for our customers
- A drive to explore and evaluate emerging technologies
- Strong problem-solving skills and a creative mindset
- Leadership experience and a focus on talent development
- Technical proficiency in open-source languages and AI development
- Deep understanding of AI methodologies and experience building large AI models
- Track record of delivering models at scale and contributing to research projects
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-powered platforms and solutions
- Develop AI foundation models through all phases of development
- Conduct high impact research to enhance customer experiences
- Utilize cutting-edge technologies to analyze large volumes of data
- Translate complex work into tangible business goals
Basic Qualifications:
- Ph.D. with at least 4 years of experience in Applied Research, or M.S. with at least 6 years of experience
- Minimum of 3 years of people leadership experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
- Strong knowledge and experience in NLP and deep learning
- Expertise in areas such as training optimization, self-supervised learning, and robustness
- Demonstrated ability to deliver large-scale models and solutions
- Published research in relevant conferences and journals
Location and Salary:
Please note that salaries may vary by location. The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role in select locations are as follows:
- New York City (Hybrid On-Site): $322,000 - $367,500
- San Francisco, California (Hybrid On-Site): $341,200 - $389,400
Benefits:
Capital One offers a comprehensive and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits to support your total well-being. Eligibility varies based on employment status and level.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this position, please visit the Capital One Careers website and submit an application. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to