Senior Lead Software Engineer

Capital One Financial

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Work type: On-site
Location: McLean, VARichmond, VAChicago, ILPlano, TX
Salary: $209,000–$238,500 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $189k

This role $224k

$144k most similar roles pay here $249k

This role pays more than 82% of similar roles. Most pay $156,000–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $224k versus about $189k 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 798 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 794 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 day-to-day responsibilities include designing scalable systems, leading development efforts for complex projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve challenging business problems. You will work extensively with cutting-edge technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, and microservices architecture, while also leveraging programming languages like Java and Python. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud-native applications and the ability to mentor junior engineers. The team focuses on developing robust solutions for large-scale enterprise clients, addressing critical business needs in areas such as data analytics and automation.

Skills

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

What you'll do

Design and develop complex software solutions for enterprise applications.
Optimize system performance by identifying bottlenecks and implementing scalable solutions.
Ensure code quality through rigorous testing and adherence to coding standards.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on projects.
Stay updated with the latest technology trends and industry best practices.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
Extensive experience as a Lead Software Engineer (minimum 7 years).
Proven track record of leading software development projects successfully.
Deep expertise in multiple programming languages and software architecture.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor junior engineers effectively.

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