Senior Lead Software Engineer

Capital One Financial

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Work type: On-site
Location: McLean, VA · Richmond, VA · New York, NY · Plano, TX
Salary: $229,900–$262,400 / yr
Posted: 46 days ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $195k

This role $246k

$155k most similar roles pay here $274k

This role pays more than 91% of similar roles. Most pay $168,500–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $246k versus about $195k 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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At a glance

TL;DR · Senior Lead Software Engineer

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As a Senior Lead Software Engineer on the COPSSC team, you will play a pivotal role in driving technical innovation and delivering high-quality software solutions. Your primary responsibilities include designing and implementing complex systems that scale to meet the demands of millions of users daily. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to build robust, maintainable codebases using cutting-edge technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, and microservices architecture. Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, and JavaScript is essential, along with expertise in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. This role requires a deep understanding of distributed systems and the ability to solve intricate business problems through technical excellence.

Skills

Java Spring Boot Docker Kubernetes AWS CI/CD Git SQL PostgreSQL Python Jenkins Terraform Microservices Maven

What you'll do

Design and implement complex software solutions for enterprise systems.
Optimize system performance by identifying bottlenecks and implementing scalable solutions.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on best practices.
Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable, and secure codebases.
Stay updated with the latest technology trends and integrate innovative solutions.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of 10 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 innovate.
Master’s Degree preferred for advanced technical roles.

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