Lead Software Engineer, Back End

Capital One Financial

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Work type
On-site
Location
McLean, VA
Salary
$197,300–$225,100 / yr
Posted
52 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $202k
This role $211k
$187k most similar roles pay here $230k

This role pays more than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $192,050–$211,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $211k versus about $202k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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 998 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 992 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Software Engineer, Back End

Lead Software Engineer, Back End (AWS, Java, Python, Typescript, CI/CD) joins a team of developers to manage a portfolio of diverse technology projects and distributed microservices. This role involves leading a team to build robust cloud-based solutions that address complex business problems and meet specific regulatory needs. The engineer will collaborate with digital product managers to develop systems that integrate data with emerging technologies. Day-to-day responsibilities include mentoring other engineers, evaluating code, and staying current on technology trends. The required technical stack includes Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, alongside experience with Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases. Additionally, the role requires proficiency in container orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes, various AWS services, and interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity within a cloud-based infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers in distributed microservices and full-stack systems.
  • Develop robust cloud-based solutions using AWS tools, Docker, and Kubernetes to meet regulatory needs.
  • Write and evaluate code using programming languages such as Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala.
  • Manage the integration of RDBMS and NoSQL databases into production environments.
  • Mentor other members of the engineering community and share knowledge on emerging technology trends.
  • Collaborate with digital product managers to deliver high-quality experiences for millions of customers.
  • Utilize interactive AI tooling to accelerate development productivity and software delivery.

What we're looking for

  • At least 4 years of professional software engineering experience.
  • At least 1 year of experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud).
  • 7+ years of experience in at least one of Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js.
  • 2+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, 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.
  • Work authorization that require immigration support from an employer.

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