Lead Backend Engineer (Python/Go) – Cloud & AWS Focus

Capital One; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 197,300 - 225,100; Full time

Job summary

Capital One is seeking a Lead Software Engineer, Back End, with expertise in Python, Go, API design, and AWS. The role involves leading a portfolio of cloud-based microservices, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with product managers to deliver robust solutions.

The position requires a strong background in distributed systems and regulatory-compliant architectures. The role emphasizes staying current with cloud technologies, contributing to tech communities, and delivering high-availability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; internship experience does not apply.
• Minimum 4 years of software engineering experience.
• At least 1 year of cloud computing experience (AWS, Azure, Google).

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers in distributed microservices.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with product managers to deliver cloud-based solutions.
• Keep up with tech trends and contribute to internal/external technology communities.
• Work with Python, Go, RDBMS/NoSQL on AWS services to meet regulatory needs.

Skills

Python

Go

APIs

AWS

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Open Source RDBMS

NoSQL Databases

AWS Tools

Job description

Capital One is seeking a Lead Software Engineer, Back End, with expertise in Python, Go, API design, and AWS. The role involves leading a portfolio of cloud-based microservices, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with product managers to deliver robust solutions.

The position requires a strong background in distributed systems and regulatory-compliant architectures. The role emphasizes staying current with cloud technologies, contributing to tech communities, and delivering high-availability