Lead Software Engineer - Python + PySpark

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Inclusive workplace environment

Job summary

Capital One in Cambridge, MA seeks a Full-Stack Software Engineer to lead technology projects and a team of developers. You will work collaboratively with digital product managers and leverage your expertise in programming languages like JavaScript, Python, and SQL, alongside various cloud services. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in software engineering and cloud computing. The position offers competitive salary and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in software engineering.
• At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• 7+ years of experience in Python, SQL, TypeScript, or other mentioned languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse technology projects and a team of developers.
• Collaborate with product managers to deliver cloud-based solutions.
• Mentor other engineers and share knowledge of tech trends.

Skills

JavaScript

Java

HTML/CSS

TypeScript

SQL

Python

Go

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Open-Source RDBMS

NoSQL databases

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 solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Full‑Stack Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Lead 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.
• 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: Python, SQL, TypeScript, PySpark, JavaScript, Java 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 ranges for this role (full‑time only) are:

• Cambridge, MA: $197,300 - $225,100 for Lead Software Engineer
• McLean, VA: $197,300 - $225,100 for Lead Software Engineer
• Richmond, VA: $179,400 - $204,700 for Lead Software Engineer

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

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. 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.