Lead Software Engineer - Android

Capital One Financial

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Work type: On-site
Location: McLean, VA
Salary: $197,300–$225,100 / yr
Posted: 4 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $211k

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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 1043 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 1037 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Software Engineer - Android

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Lead Software Engineer - Android (Kotlin, Jetpack Compose) joins a collaborative team focused on delivering high-performing mobile experiences for the company's customer base. This role involves developing Android client code that aligns with product strategy while adhering to established engineering best practices and design guidelines. The engineer will partner with cross-functional teams including UX/UI designers and quality engineers to build engaging, purposeful features. Key responsibilities include mentoring junior team members, leading the delivery of major components, reviewing pull requests for Kotlin idiomatic standards, and identifying technical obstacles early. The role requires proficiency in Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and experience with open source frameworks and Agile practices. The work centers on solving complex business problems within the mobile ecosystem to provide a seamless user experience across various devices while advocating for the platform in developer communities.

Skills

Android Kotlin Jetpack Compose Swift iOS Agile Open Source Mobile Development Web

What you'll do

Develop Android client code solutions that align with product strategy and engineering best practices.
Own and lead the delivery of major components and platform needs in partnership with architects.
Mentor junior to mid-level team members to foster professional growth.
Review pull requests to ensure adherence to Kotlin idioms and high-quality standards.
Identify technical obstacles early and develop creative solutions with the engineering team.
Share best practices and improve processes across different sprint teams.
Provide subject matter expertise and leadership for mobile platform initiatives.

What we're looking for

At least 4 years of professional software engineering experience.
At least 3 years of experience building Android applications.
At least 3 years of experience with Kotlin.
Master's Degree (preferred).
5+ years of experience building Android applications (preferred).
4+ years of experience with Kotlin (preferred).
2+ years of experience with Jetpack Compose, open source frameworks, or Agile practices (preferred).