Principal Associate, Software Engineer - International Card Tech - Android (Mobile)

Capital One; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 207,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spousal/partner coverage

Work From Home allowance

Mental health coverage

Tuition subsidies

Job summary

Capital One Canada is seeking a Principal Associate, Software Engineer - Android to lead Android feature development using Jetpack Compose and reactive programming. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality mobile experiences for Capital One Travel, embracing modern engineering practices.

The role requires 4+ years of software engineering, 2+ years Android and Kotlin, and a drive for mentoring others.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of professional software engineering experience.
• At least 2 years of experience building native Android applications.
• At least 2 years of Kotlin experience.
• 3+ years of experience building Android applications; familiarity with Jetpack Compose and modern Android toolchains.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Android features with Jetpack Compose and reactive programming.
• Collaborate with designers, product owners and other engineers to deliver high-quality mobile experiences.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and ensure timely delivery with high standards of quality.
• Mentor junior/mid-level engineers in Android platform engineering and architecture best practices.
• Review pull requests and promote Kotlin/Jetpack Compose idioms to improve code quality.

Skills

Android development

Kotlin

Jetpack Compose

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's, Master’s or Diploma in Computer Science/Software Engineering/IT

Tools

Open source frameworks

Job description

161 Bay Street (93021), Canada, Toronto, Ontario. Principal Associate, Software Engineer - International Card Tech - Android (Mobile)

About Capital One Canada

For 30 years, we've been on a mission to change banking for good. We challenge the traditional bank stereotype by integrating machine learning, conversational AI and design thinking into our core operations. We're a bank a tech company would build, where your work directly shapes innovative solutions that impact millions of Canadians. We're driven by fearless curiosity, bold innovation, and a collective of authentic people working together to redefine what's possible. Technology isn't just part of our strategy, it is our strategy. Everything we do serves our vision and the creation of what's next.

About the Team

Since 2014, Capital One Canada's software studio has grown from a team of 10 to a team of over 250. We're passionate about what we do, and we're always on the lookout for people who want to make a difference in the world of credit through technology. We're obsessed with doing the right thing, and we achieve that by finding innovative ways to better serve our customers. Here are a few of the ways we're helping people take control of their credit:

• Helping customers view and monitor their credit scores with Credit Keeper
• Enabling customers to view and edit their Personal Information directly in the Mobile App
• Providing customers 100% certainty which credit cards they'll be approved for before they apply, by using Quick Check

We're all-in on the cloud and we're leaders in the adoption of open source, RESTful APIs, microservices, and containers. We build our own products and release them with a speed and agility that allows us to get new customer experiences to market quickly. And, as a founder-led company, we're inspired to make, break, do, and do good.

Your Responsibilities

Spearhead the development of Android features, with a focus on leveraging Jetpack Compose and reactive programming, to fulfill Capital One Travel objectives while adhering to cutting-edge engineering best practices, design guidelines, and principles. Partner with fellow Software Engineers, UX/UI designers, and Product Owners/Analysts to craft high-performing, engaging, and purposeful customer experiences that exemplify simplicity and excellence. Actively engage in all team agile ceremonies, ensuring timely delivery of all commitments while maintaining the highest standards of quality. Continuously expand expertise in mobile development technologies, with a particular emphasis on Kotlin and Jetpack Compose, while also staying informed about relevant third-party libraries and tools. Lead discussions and provide valuable contributions to team initiatives, incorporating feedback from diverse stakeholders. Mentor junior and mid-level team members, fostering their growth and development in Android platform engineering and design system methodologies. Collaborate closely with developers across various disciplines (Android, iOS, APIs, Web, etc.), fostering a culture of cross-functional collaboration and learning. Take ownership of delivering major platform components and functionalities, working closely with Senior Engineers and Architects to ensure alignment with architectural vision and engineering excellence. Drive the adoption of best practices and process improvements within and across sprint teams, continuously striving for operational efficiency and excellence. Proactively identify technical challenges and work collaboratively with the team to devise innovative solutions, promoting a culture of problem-solving and creativity. Conduct thorough reviews of pull requests, ensuring adherence to Kotlin and Jetpack Compose idioms, and providing constructive feedback to enhance code quality and maintainability.

Basic Qualifications

• At least 4 years of professional software engineering experience
• At least 2 years of experience building native Android applications
• At least 2 years of experience with Kotlin

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master’s or Diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or in related field
• 3+ years of experience building Android applications
• 3+ years of experience with Kotlin
• 1+ years of experience with Jetpack Compose
• 1+ years of experience in open source frameworks
• 1+ years of experience with Agile practices
• Working at Capital One

Career Growth and Benefits

You'll be empowered to take end-to-end ownership of your work and your career, backed by a high-performance, hybrid culture and holistic suite of benefits designed to support your whole self. Take ownership of your own potential: Whether you're looking to upskill, pivot into new business areas, or master your craft, you'll have access to tools and mentorship to reach your potential and define your career trajectory.

Find Your Rhythm

We believe trust fosters the flexibility and autonomy required to balance personal needs with a focus on high performance. We support a hybrid model - with 3 days in the office per week - that gives room for both collaboration and personal commitments.

Benefits built for your life

We take a holistic approach to well-being, providing support for you and those who are most important to you. This includes:

• full coverage for spouses, domestic partners and dependents
• a one-time Work From Home allowance to build your comfortable workspace
• up to $3,000 in mental health coverage
• up to $5,000 in annual tuition subsidies

This posting is for an existing vacancy. The expected annual salary range for this position is $148,120 - $169,050. This role is also eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es). Incentives could be discretionary or non-discretionary depending on the plan.

Artificial Intelligence Usage

We embrace the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI as every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers, business interviewers, and recruitment professionals. Our teams are equipped with training that empowers them to use AI responsibly.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Capital One Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We consider all qualified applicants and will meet the needs of those requiring reasonable accommodations.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to [e-mail]. Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit.