Principal Associate, Design Research at Capital One

New York, New York, United States

Capital One Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • At least 3 years conducting user research
  • At least 3 years conducting quantitative or qualitative primary research or data analysis (survey data, behavioral analytics, etc.)
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • At least 7 years conducting research in large, corporate enterprises
  • Exceptional business communications (verbal and written)
  • Proven ability to influence executives

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to articulate learning needs, learning agendas, and research roadmaps
  • Track research questions and insights within your portfolio
  • Understand the tower’s strategy and needs to prioritize research activities including primary research, knowledge mapping, assessments, and testing
  • Maintain close relationships with research peers across the line of business to identify opportunities to re-use learnings and collaborate on research that serves multiple programs
  • Enable focus, transparency, and expectations for design research practice across cross-functional portfolio to accelerate learning velocity
  • Navigate needs of partners and stakeholders using critical-thinking skills that factor in data, research insights, scalability, and tech constraints to deliver meaningful, actionable insights
  • Demonstrate proficiency with products and processes and apply insights on customers, competitors, and market trends to business challenges to shape shared points of view
  • Use understanding of tech, data capabilities, and emerging technologies to inform work and help cross-functional teams move faster while navigating technical limitations
  • Leverage network of partnerships across lines of business to foster collaboration, share solutions, and incorporate cross-functional perspectives
  • Present work across levels and job functions using a human-centered approach that integrates design frameworks, data, and research insights to influence strategic decision-making

Skills

Design Research
Primary Research
User Testing
Research Synthesis
Knowledge Mapping
Stakeholder Collaboration
Critical Thinking
Insight Tracking
Product Research
Customer Insights

Capital One

Offers diverse financial products and services

About Capital One

Capital One provides a variety of financial services aimed at making banking accessible and easy for everyone. The company offers products such as credit cards, savings accounts, car loans, and business checking accounts, catering to both individual consumers and small businesses primarily in the United States. Capital One's approach includes user-friendly banking solutions with no fees or minimums for checking accounts, allowing customers to manage their finances more effectively. They generate revenue through interest on loans, credit card fees, and investment banking services. What sets Capital One apart from its competitors is its strong commitment to financial inclusion and literacy, demonstrated through community partnerships and educational initiatives, such as collaborations with Khan Academy. The company's goal is to create a more inclusive financial system and empower customers with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed financial decisions.

McLean, VirginiaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$15.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
Onsite Health Centers
Prescription saving with network of local pharmacies
Stock Purchase Plan
Education Assistance
401(k)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and Disability insurance
Generous paid time off + corporate & floating holidays
Registered dieticians on site, cooking classes and free virtual fitness classes
Employee Assistance Program

Risks

Increased competition in subscription management tools may dilute Capital One's advantage.
Over-reliance on partnerships could expose Capital One to technological risks.
Departure of key personnel like Joe Rodriguez may affect risk management continuity.

Differentiation

Capital One offers user-friendly banking with no fees or minimums for checking accounts.
The company partners with Khan Academy to provide financial literacy education.
Capital One is the first major U.S. bank to offer subscription management tools.

Upsides

Capital One's mobile app is a model for secure, user-friendly digital banking.
Data sharing with Worldpay enhances payment security and fraud prevention.
Partnerships with fintechs like Minna Technologies improve customer experience.

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