Lead Software Engineer - Backend

Capital One; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One is seeking a Lead Software Engineer - Backend in McLean, VA to lead backend microservices and guide a team of developers. You will work across distributed systems, mentor engineers, and collaborate with product managers to deliver scalable cloud solutions.

The role emphasizes Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, with Docker/Kubernetes and AWS tools to drive innovation and regulatory-compliant platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• 1+ year of cloud computing experience (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Preferred: Master’s degree and 7+ years in Java/Scala/Python/Go/Node.js; 2+ years AWS/GCP/Azure; 4+ years open source frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers.
• Mentor other engineers and contribute to code reviews and architecture discussions.
• Collaborate with product managers to deliver cloud-based solutions for financial services.

Skills

Backend development

Distributed systems

Mentoring

Cloud computing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

SQL

NoSQL

Job description

Lead Software Engineer - Backend

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 Backend 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

This role is also eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long-term incentives (LTI).

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

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