Lead Software Engineer

Capital One Financial

Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: McLean, VA
Salary: $197,300–$225,100 / yr
Posted: 7 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $187k

This role $211k

$146k most similar roles pay here $234k

This role pays more than 75% of similar roles. Most pay $161,500–$211,650 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $211k versus about $187k 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 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 · Lead Software Engineer

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As a Lead Software Engineer at our innovative tech company, you will join a dynamic and collaborative team focused on developing cutting-edge solutions for large-scale enterprise clients. Your primary responsibilities include leading the design and implementation of complex software systems, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high-quality code delivery. Day-to-day tasks involve working closely with product managers to define requirements, architecting scalable solutions using microservices, and integrating advanced AI technologies. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in Java or Python, along with expertise in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. Familiarity with DevOps practices and continuous integration tools such as Jenkins is highly desirable. This role offers a unique opportunity to tackle challenging business problems within the financial services domain, where your contributions will directly impact millions of users across various global markets.

Skills

Java Spring Boot Microservices Docker Kubernetes AWS CI/CD Git SQL NoSQL Jenkins Postman Agile Scrum

What you'll do

Design and implement complex software solutions to meet business needs.
Lead a team of developers in planning, coding, testing, and deploying applications.
Ensure code quality through rigorous testing and adherence to coding standards.
Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies for software projects.
Stay updated with industry trends and incorporate new technologies into projects.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 7 years of software engineering experience
Proven leadership in managing and mentoring software development teams
Expertise in multiple programming languages and software development methodologies
Experience with cloud computing platforms and containerization technologies
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to deliver high-quality solutions
Certified by COPSSC preferred