Lead Software Engineer

Capital One Financial

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Work type: On-site
Location: McLean, VA · Richmond, VA · Chicago, IL · Plano, TX
Salary: $179,400–$204,700 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago

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This role $192k

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This role pays less than 51% of similar roles. Most pay $165,000–$216,300 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $192k versus about $191k 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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TL;DR · Lead Software Engineer

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As a Lead Software Engineer at this company, you will join an experienced development team in Chicago, IL or other locations to lead the design and implementation of scalable software solutions. You will oversee project planning, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high-quality code delivery using Java, Python, and React. Key responsibilities include architecting robust backend systems, integrating third-party APIs, and optimizing performance for large-scale applications. Ideal candidates possess a Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field and have hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. You will tackle complex business challenges by applying advanced software engineering principles to enhance product features and user experiences at scale.

Skills

CI/CD Python Java Spring Boot Docker Kubernetes AWS PostgreSQL MySQL Git Jenkins Terraform Linux Scrum

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 of applications.
Stay updated with the latest technology trends and industry best practices.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s Degree required
Master's Degree preferred
Extensive experience in software engineering
Strong leadership skills for managing teams
Proficiency in relevant technologies and tools
Ability to work on complex projects independently
Knowledge of industry best practices and standards

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