Lead Software Engineer

Capital One Financial

Actively hiring

Mclean, Va, US Posted 51 days ago $179,400–$204,700 / year

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At a glance

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TL;DR

As a Lead Software Engineer in the Chicago or Richmond office and McLean, Virginia, you will lead a team of developers to design and implement scalable software solutions for complex business problems. Your day-to-day responsibilities include mentoring junior engineers, conducting code reviews, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. You will work primarily with Java, Python, and JavaScript, utilizing tools like Git, Docker, and Kubernetes. The role requires expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, along with a strong understanding of microservices architecture and DevOps practices. Ideal candidates possess a Master's Degree and hands-on experience managing large-scale software projects.

Skills

Java Python Spring Boot Docker Kubernetes AWS CI/CD PostgreSQL Git Jenkins Terraform Ansible Maven JUnit SonarQube

What you'll do

Design and develop complex software solutions to meet business needs.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on projects.
Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
Identify system bottlenecks and optimize performance for efficiency.
Stay updated with the latest technology trends and industry best practices.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
Proven experience leading software development teams.
Strong expertise in multiple programming languages and frameworks.
Demonstrated ability to manage full software development lifecycles.
Experience with cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Market check

Salary context

This $179,400–$204,700 range sits above 62% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$148,300–$217,200

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$151,450–$213,125

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

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 489 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 483 roles with salary data.

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