Lead Software Engineer

Capital One; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 175,800 - 200,700; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company seeks a Lead Software Engineer based in Richmond, VA. You will lead technology projects, collaborate on cloud solutions, and mentor a talented team of developers. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree, 4+ years of software engineering experience, and strong skills in cloud services and various programming languages. Competitive salaries are offered based on location, with a range from $175,800 to $200,700 annually in Richmond.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in software engineering.
• 1+ years of experience with cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience in open-source frameworks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse technology projects and a team of developers.
• Collaborate with product managers to deliver cloud-based solutions.
• Stay updated with tech trends and mentor other engineers.

Skills

JavaScript

Java

TypeScript

SQL

Python

Go

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Join Capital One as a Lead Software Engineer.

Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast‑paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment?

What You’ll Do:

• Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices and full‑stack systems to create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company
• Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal and external technology communities, and mentoring other members of the engineering community
• Collaborate with digital product managers and deliver robust cloud‑based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment
• Utilize programming languages such as JavaScript, Java, HTML/CSS, TypeScript, SQL, Python, and Go, open‑source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, container orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 4 years of experience in software engineering (internship experience does not apply)
• At least 1 year of experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree
• 7+ years of experience in at least one of the following: JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, or Go
• 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Microsoft Azure, or another cloud service
• 4+ years of experience in open‑source frameworks
• 1+ years of people‑management experience
• 2+ years of experience in Agile practices

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, nor offer immigration‑related support for this position.

Salary

• Chicago, IL: $175,800 - $200,700 per year
• McLean, VA: $193,400 - $220,700 per year
• Richmond, VA: $175,800 - $200,700 per year
• Other locations: Salary will be based on local market and reflected in offer letter

Capital One is an equal‑opportunity employer (EOE, including disability and veteran), committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.