Lead Software Engineer - Back End

Capital One; New York (NY); On-site; USD 215,200 - 245,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and financial benefits

Inclusive workplace

Support for total well-being

Job summary

Capital One is seeking a Back End Software Engineer in New York, NY who enjoys building and pioneering technology solutions. You'll lead diverse software projects and work with a team to deliver cloud-based solutions, driving powerful experiences for customers.

With a Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in software engineering, you will leverage languages like Java, Python, SQL, and cloud services such as AWS. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse technology projects and a team of developers.
• Collaborate with product managers to deliver cloud-based solutions.
• Utilize various programming languages and databases.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Node.js

Go

Scala

Cloud computing

Agile practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

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? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Back End Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Software Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.

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 & external technology communities, mentoring other members of the engineering community, and from time to time, be asked to code or evaluate code
• 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 like Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, 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 professional software engineering experience (Internship experience does not apply)
• At least 1 year 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: Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js
• 2+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, 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
• Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

Compensation

New York, NY: $215,200 - $245,600 for Lead Software Engineer
Other locations will have salary ranges associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected in the candidate’s offer letter.

Benefits

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries.