Distinguished Software Engineer

Capital One Financial

Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: Plano, TXSan Francisco, CAMcLean, VANew York, NY
Salary: $269,100–$307,200 / yr
Posted: 8 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $168k

This role $288k

$109k most similar roles pay here $328k

This role pays more than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $138,062–$198,143 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $288k versus about $168k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

Employer

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 800 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 795 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Distinguished Software Engineer

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The distinguished software engineer role is part of a high-impact security team and requires extensive experience in cloud architecture and engineering. This senior-level position involves designing secure systems and solutions using public cloud technologies such as AWS, while also coding in languages like Java, Python, Go, and Node.js to build robust applications that address complex business challenges. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of hands-on security engineering experience and a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, enabling them to contribute to large-scale projects that enhance the company’s cybersecurity posture.

Skills

AWS Python Java Go Node CI/CD

What you'll do

Design and implement secure cloud architectures using AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Develop robust security solutions to protect against cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
Code in Java, Python, Go, Node.js to create scalable and efficient software systems.
Ensure compliance with industry standards for data privacy and security regulations.
Optimize existing cloud infrastructure to enhance performance and reduce costs.

What we're looking for

At least 5 years of experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
Over 10 years of professional coding experience in Java, Python, Go, or Node.
More than 10 years of expertise in security engineering and architecture.
Strong background in both public and private cloud technologies.
Bachelor’s Degree required.

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