Lead Software Engineer, Server-Driven UI (SDUI) platform

Capital One; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 179,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Richmond, VA to lead a portfolio of distributed microservices and full-stack initiatives, shaping architecture and delivering high‑impact cloud-based solutions.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with product managers, and stay ahead of tech trends, leveraging JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, Go, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS.

This role emphasizes collaboration, inclusion, and iterative delivery to empower millions of customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 4+ years in software engineering; 1+ year cloud experience.
• Experience with distributed microservices and full-stack systems is valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of projects and a developer team delivering distributed microservices.
• Mentor engineers and share tech trends within the team.
• Collaborate with product managers to deliver cloud-based solutions for users.
• Utilize JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, Go, Docker, Kubernetes and AWS tools.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Agile practices

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

JavaScript

Java

TypeScript

SQL

Python

Go

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Open Source Frameworks

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: 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

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (e.g. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-3, and O-1, or any other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Richmond, VA: $179,400 - $204,700 for Lead Software Engineer

New York, NY: $215,200 - $245,600 for Lead Software Engineer

Chicago, IL: $179,400 - $204,700 for Lead Software Engineer

McLean, VA: $197,300 - $225,100 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. 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.

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.