Sally Schmidt

Background

About Sally Schmidt

I'm a seasoned technology professional with a foundation in computer science and a career spanning product management, business systems analysis, and hands-on development. Currently working as a Product Manager at Capital One, I thrive at the intersection of business and technology — translating complex requirements into clear, actionable solutions that solve real problems. Over the years, I've built a strong skill set in data analysis, using SQL, dashboards, and business intelligence tools to help teams understand performance, spot trends, and make informed decisions. I enjoy digging into messy data, identifying the signals that matter, and turning analysis into practical next steps. I’m equally comfortable writing code, interpreting business needs, and partnering across functions to keep projects moving. Whether it’s building internal tools, improving compliance workflows, or helping a team navigate ambiguity, I bring a mix of curiosity, pragmatism, and follow-through. Strengths include: Bridging communication gaps between business and technical teams, Problem solving with empathy and logic, Writing and reviewing code to drive solutions forward, Analyzing data and translating it into meaningful insights, Managing products from ideation to deployment, Delivering results in fast-paced or regulated environments. I'm especially drawn to work that involves complex problem solving, continuous learning, and meaningful collaboration. If your team needs an experienced partner who can think strategically and act tactically, I’d love to connect.