Distinguished Engineer (Remote - Eligible)

Capital One Financial

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Cambridge, MA · McLean, VA · New York, NY · Richmond, VA
Salary
$244,700–$279,200 / yr
Posted
47 days ago

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $262k
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This role pays more than 89% of similar roles. Most pay $142,450–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $262k versus about $182k for comparable roles.

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About Capital One Financial

Capital One Financial is a bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings products, known for its data-driven approach to consumer and commercial finance. Industry: Financial Services & Banking

Capital One Financial currently has 498 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 495 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Distinguished Engineer (Remote - Eligible)

As a Distinguished Engineer in Capital One’s Risk Technology team, you will collaborate closely with Anti-Money Laundering & Sanctions teams to design and implement advanced risk management solutions using cutting-edge technologies such as AI and machine learning. Your role involves not only developing high-quality production code but also leading complex system design reviews and mentoring junior engineers. You will be responsible for introducing modern technological advancements to address critical issues, often before they are fully defined by stakeholders. This hands-on technical position requires expertise in AI, data-driven tools, and a deep understanding of risk management systems, making it ideal for someone with extensive experience in software engineering and a passion for innovative problem-solving in the financial sector.

What you'll do

  • Define and introduce modern technologies to solve critical risk management problems.
  • Architect intelligent, real-time risk management products using AI and machine learning.
  • Write high-quality production code for complex risk management systems.
  • Mentor engineers through practical technical leadership in a hands-on role.
  • Participate actively in system design reviews for advanced risk technology solutions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree required
  • Extensive experience in AI and machine learning technologies
  • Strong background in real-time risk management product development
  • Hands-on technical expertise with high-quality production code writing
  • Experience in complex system design reviews and mentoring engineers
  • Visionary strategist for defining modern technological solutions

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