Lead Software Engineer - PeopleTech / L&D

Capital One; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 197,300 - 225,100; Full time

Job summary

Capital One is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in McLean, VA. You will lead a team on various technology projects, focusing on cloud-based solutions and mentoring developers. A Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of software engineering experience are required, along with expertise in cloud computing.

Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree and extensive experience in programming languages like JavaScript or Python. The role offers a competitive salary range that reflects the market standards together with a strong growth potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 4+ years of software engineering experience is mandatory.
• 1+ year experience with cloud computing is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse technology projects and a team of developers.
• Develop new learning and development platforms.
• Collaborate with digital product managers and deliver cloud-based solutions.

Skills

Software engineering

Cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP)

JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, Go

People management

Agile practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Lead Software Engineer - PeopleTech / L&D

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 solve real problems and meet real customer needs.

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. This role will support engineering development of new learning and development associate platforms. Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal and 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.

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
• Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion

Legal and EEO Statement

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.

Salary: McLean, VA: $197,300 - $225,100 for Lead Software Engineer; Plano, TX: $179,400 - $204,700; Richmond, VA: $179,400 - $204,700.

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position.