Lead Software Engineer, Backend

Capital One National Association; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Software Engineer, where you'll spearhead innovative technology projects and lead a talented team of developers. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and cloud solutions, driving impactful experiences for millions. Your expertise in programming languages like Java, Python, and cloud services will be pivotal in shaping solutions that empower financial success. Embrace the opportunity to mentor others while staying ahead of tech trends in a collaborative and inclusive environment. If you're ready to make a difference and advance your career, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on backend technologies.
• Experience with cloud computing and managing software projects in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse tech projects and a team of developers to create regulatory solutions.
• Collaborate with product managers to deliver cloud-based solutions for users.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Node.js

Go

Scala

Cloud Computing

Agile Practices

People Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Open Source RDBMS

NoSQL Databases

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 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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Collaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment.
4. 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:

1. Bachelor’s Degree.
2. At least 4 years of professional software engineering experience (Internship experience does not apply).
3. At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master's Degree.
2. 4+ years of experience in Java & Spring Boot.
3. 3+ years of experience in NoSQL.
4. 2+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service.
5. 4+ years of experience in open source frameworks.
6. 1+ years of people management experience.
7. 2+ years of experience in Agile practices.

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, or another type of work authorization).

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.