Lead Software Engineer (Python, Kubernetes)

Capital One Financial

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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 $197k

This role $211k

$174k most similar roles pay here $231k

This role pays more than 77% of similar roles. Most pay $181,962–$211,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $211k versus about $197k 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 801 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 796 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Software Engineer (Python, Kubernetes)

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As a Lead Software Engineer in our dynamic engineering team, you will lead the development and maintenance of critical Python-based services running on Kubernetes. Your primary responsibilities include designing scalable solutions to complex business problems, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high-quality code through rigorous testing and deployment practices. You will work closely with product managers and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver robust software that meets user needs. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in Python, Kubernetes, and containerization technologies, along with a strong background in cloud infrastructure and microservices architecture. This role involves working on large-scale systems that handle significant data volumes, requiring an understanding of performance optimization and security best practices.

Skills

Python Kubernetes AWS Docker CI/CD Terraform Git PostgreSQL Linux Jenkins Ansible Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

Design and implement scalable Python applications using modern software engineering practices.
Manage and optimize containerized services on Kubernetes for efficient resource utilization.
Develop automated testing frameworks to ensure high-quality code delivery.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on complex projects.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in cloud-native technologies and Python ecosystems.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree required
Extensive experience in Python development
Proficiency in Kubernetes and containerization technologies
Strong software engineering skills and problem-solving abilities
Experience leading software projects or teams
Preferred: Master's degree in a related field

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