Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer at Capital One: Build and pioneer technology solutions solving complex business problems. Work in a fast‑paced collaborative environment with makers, breakers, doers, and disruptors. Lead transformative projects and marry data with emerging technologies.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices and full‑stack systems to create solutions meeting regulatory needs.
• Share passion for tech trends, experiment with new technologies, and mentor other engineering community members.
• Collaborate with digital product managers to deliver robust cloud‑based solutions that empower millions of Americans.
• Leverage programming languages such as JavaScript, Java, HTML/CSS, TypeScript, SQL, Python, and Go, along with RDBMS, NoSQL databases, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS tools and services.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 4 years of software engineering experience (internship experience does not apply)
• At least 1 year of cloud computing experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• 7+ years of experience in JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, or Go
• 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Microsoft Azure, or another cloud service
• 4+ years of experience in open‑source frameworks
• 1+ years of people management experience
• 2+ years of experience in Agile practices

At this time Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position.

Salary ranges by location:

• Chicago, IL: $175,800 - $200,700
• McLean, VA: $193,400 - $220,700
• Richmond, VA: $175,800 - $200,700

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well‑being. 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) 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 applicable laws.

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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).