Lead Software Engineer (Global Payment Network - Payments, Transactions, Architecture)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Inclusive workplace policies

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

A major financial services firm in Houston is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to manage diverse projects in payments and transactions. This role requires significant experience in cloud computing and leading engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have expertise in multiple programming languages and a passion for new technologies. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. The candidate will work closely with product managers to create impactful solutions for customers.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in software engineering.
• 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience in managing a team is a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

JavaScript

Java

TypeScript

SQL

Python

Go

Cloud computing

Agile practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Lead Software Engineer (Global Payment Network - Payments, Transactions, Architecture)

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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
• 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 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 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, 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).

Salary

• Riverwoods, IL: $175,800 – $200,700 for Lead Software Engineer
• Chicago, IL: $175,800 – $200,700 for Lead Software Engineer
• Houston, TX: $175,800 – $200,700 for Lead Software Engineer
• McLean, VA: $193,400 – $220,700 for Lead Software Engineer

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

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

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please.

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, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23‑A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901‑4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology