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McKesson

Director Of Data Engineering

Irving, TX

We are seeking an exceptional Director of Data Engineering to join McKesson Technology US Pharmaceutical Distribution (USPD) Decision Intelligence organization and lead the execution of design ...

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The Director will be an expert in the data landscape and will consult with internal teams and clients on partner/vendor selection, data onboarding, platform integrations, audience activation and ...

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Washington, DC · Remote

Director, Data Governance Reports to: Chief Digital & Data Officer Location: United States (Remote) Interested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states: Arizona, California ...

Boot Barn

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Irvine, CA · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

DIRECTOR, DATA SCIENCE REPORTS TO: CHIEF DIGITAL OFFICER STATUS: EXEMPT Summary Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other ...

LexisNexis

Director, Data Sciences

New York, NY · On-site +1

The Director, Data Sciences raises data-driven decision making of a function within a business unit through team leadership. They are also client/industry-facing, and they evangelize methodologies ...

Lexipol LLC

Director Data Services

Frisco, TX · Remote

The WorkThe Director of Data Services sits within the Internal Technology organization and reports to the VP of Internal Technology. This role carries a unique dual mandate: delivering data ...

EvolutionIQ

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New York, NY · On-site

$280K/yr

As the Director, Data Insights, you will be the primary bridge between our technical depth and our most critical business decisions. You aren't just managing data; you are managing influence . Your ...

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How much do director data jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for director data in the United States is $128,526.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,000.00 and $163,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Director of Data do?

A Director of Data oversees an organization's data strategy, ensuring the effective collection, management, and use of data across departments. They lead data teams, set data governance policies, and work to align data initiatives with business goals. Their role includes managing data architecture, ensuring data quality and security, and supporting data-driven decision making. Directors of Data often collaborate with executives and IT teams to drive innovation and improve business outcomes through analytics and data insights.

What is the difference between Director Data vs Data Analyst?

AspectDirector DataData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master’s in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field; often leadership experienceBachelor's degree in related field; certifications like Microsoft Data Analyst or Tableau often preferred
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership, overseeing data teams, and setting data policiesData collection, analysis, reporting, and visualization tasks
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large corporations, tech firms, and data-driven organizationsCommon across various industries including finance, marketing, and healthcare

The main difference between a Director Data and a Data Analyst lies in their scope and responsibilities. The Director Data focuses on strategic leadership, managing data teams, and setting organizational data policies. In contrast, the Data Analyst handles data collection, analysis, and reporting to support business decisions. Both roles require strong analytical skills, but the Director Data typically has more experience and a broader leadership role.

How does a Director of Data typically collaborate with other departments to drive business objectives?

A Director of Data regularly partners with teams such as marketing, product, finance, and operations to ensure data-driven decision-making across the organization. They help translate business goals into data initiatives, oversee the collection and analysis of relevant data, and present actionable insights to stakeholders. Strong cross-functional collaboration is essential, as the Director often leads data governance initiatives and aligns data strategy with company-wide objectives. This role requires both technical expertise and effective communication skills to bridge gaps between technical teams and non-technical departments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Data, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Data, you need deep expertise in data management, analytics, and strategy, supported by an advanced degree in a quantitative field and substantial leadership experience. Proficiency with data platforms (such as SQL, Hadoop, and cloud services), data governance frameworks, and often certifications like CDMP or cloud certifications is expected. Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and team leadership skills distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure effective data-driven decision-making, alignment with business goals, and successful leadership of cross-functional data teams.
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Infographic showing various Director Data job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $128,526 per year, or $61.8 per hour.
Director, Data Analysis - Global Payment Network - Risk Management

Director, Data Analysis - Global Payment Network - Risk Management

Capital One

Richmond, VA • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Capital One rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 135 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

73rd of 141 rated banks

Job description

Director, Data Analysis - Global Payment Network - Risk Management
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 Director, Data Analysis you will partner cross-functionally with teams throughout the company to validate business impacting analytical tools. You will enhance your technical and analytical skills, while also working with leaders to influence business strategies. With a network of hundreds of Data Analysts, Quants, and Data Scientists, challenging projects with an eye on the bottom line and a 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.

The Global Payment Network - Risk Management team leverages large-scale transaction data, risk modeling, and advanced analytics to inform key strategic decisions regarding how we identify, monitor, and mitigate systemic risks. Your role will be to help execute on our ambitious agenda, which includes reinventing our data reporting architecture, establishing robust governance frameworks for emerging payment types, and integrating predictive risk signals into our core network oversight processes.

On a given day you will be:

  • Leading a newly created team of Data Analysts within GPN's Risk Management organization

  • Refining a new Enterprise-wide analytical tools validation framework

  • Planning and executing validation projects

  • Assessing the quality and risk of analytical tool methodologies across Capital One, and the nature of tools usage within those processes

  • Understanding technical issues in analytical tools and assessing tools risks and opportunities

  • Independently researching, identifying, and prototyping industry best practices for emerging analytical tools

  • Communicating results clearly and concisely both verbally and through written communications via validation reports and presentations

  • Leveraging education, colleagues and training opportunities to develop solutions to business problems

  • Coaching and mentoring junior staff

An ideal candidate will possess strong problem solving and conceptual thinking abilities in addition to communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. This position will be in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you will be handling multiple concurrent projects while working independently and in teams.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree plus at least 9 years of experience in data analytics, or Master's Degree plus at least 7 years of experience in data analytics, or PhD plus at least 4 years of experience in data analytics

  • At least 5 years of Professional Data Analysis experience

  • At least 5 years of People Management experience

  • At least 2 years of Big Data technology experience

  • At least 2 years of Data Visualization experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree

  • 10+ years of Professional Data Analysis experience

  • 5+ years of Big Data experience (AWS and Spark)

  • 5+ years of cloud native (AWS) data processing experience

  • 5+ years of Process Management experience

  • 5+ years of Project Management experience

  • 5+ years of experience with Python

  • 5+ years of Data Governance experience

  • 2+ years of experience with streaming data technologies (Kafka, Flink, Spark streaming)

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: $230,400 - $263,000 for Director, Data Analysis


Richmond, VA: $209,500 - $239,100 for Director, Data Analysis


Riverwoods, IL: $209,500 - $239,100 for Director, Data Analysis


Chicago, IL: $209,500 - $239,100 for Director, Data Analysis








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 theCapital 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.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

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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