Lead Software Engineer

Capital One Financial

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Work type: On-site
Location: McLean, VARichmond, VAChicago, ILPlano, TX
Salary: $179,400–$204,700 / yr
Posted: 6 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $177k

This role $192k

$133k most similar roles pay here $228k

This role pays more than 57% of similar roles. Most pay $142,450–$211,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $192k versus about $177k 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 719 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 712 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Software Engineer

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As a Lead Software Engineer in the Chicago office, you will join a dynamic and innovative team responsible for developing cutting-edge software solutions. Your primary responsibilities include leading the design and implementation of scalable systems using modern technologies such as Java, Python, and Kubernetes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and translate them into technical requirements, ensuring that all projects adhere to high-quality standards. Additionally, you will mentor junior engineers, contribute to architectural decisions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the team. This role requires a deep understanding of software engineering principles and experience in cloud-based environments, making it ideal for someone looking to make significant contributions to large-scale enterprise applications.

Skills

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

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
Proven leadership in software development projects
Strong technical skills and programming expertise
Experience managing and mentoring software engineers

Hybrid

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