Senior Back End Software Engineer (Python, AWS) at Capital One Williamsburg, VA

Capital One; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 147,100 - 184,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive work environment

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Capital One is seeking a Software Engineer based in Virginia to collaborate with Agile teams on designing and supporting technical solutions. Candidates should have extensive experience in programming languages like Python, Java, and Go, along with expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS and GCP. The role offers a supportive environment with a competitive salary ranging from $147,100 to $184,600, plus comprehensive benefits that promote overall well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in software engineering (Internship experience excluded).
• At least 5 years of expertise in at least one of the following languages: Python, Java, Scala, Go, or Node.js.
• Over 2 years of hands-on experience with Go or Rust.
• Minimum of 1 year working with GraphQL.
• At least 3 years of familiarity with open-source frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Work in collaboration with Agile teams to design, develop, test, implement, and support technical solutions using full-stack development tools.
• Stay abreast of technology trends and mentor other engineers.
• Collaborate closely with digital product managers to deliver effective cloud-based solutions.

Skills

Python

Java

Scala

Go

Node.js

Agile methodologies

GraphQL

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Open-source frameworks

Education

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

NoSQL

SQL

Job description

Salary: $147,100 - 184,600 per year

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in software engineering (Internship experience excluded)
• At least 5 years of expertise in at least one of the following languages: Python, Java, Scala, Go, or Node.js
• Over 2 years of experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• More than 1 year of hands‑on experience with Go or Rust
• Minimum of 1 year working with GraphQL
• At least 3 years of familiarity with open-source frameworks
• Over 2 years of practice with Agile methodologies

Responsibilities:

• Work in collaboration with Agile teams to design, develop, test, implement, and support technical solutions using full‑stack development tools and technologies
• Stay abreast of technology trends, exploring and learning new technologies, engaging with both internal and external tech communities, and mentoring other engineers
• Collaborate closely with digital product managers to deliver effective cloud‑based solutions that enhance financial empowerment for millions of individuals
• Leverage programming languages including Python, SQL, Node, Go, Java, Scala, as well as Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services like Docker and Kubernetes, and various AWS tools and services

Technologies:

• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• Docker
• GCP
• GraphQL
• Support
• Java
• Kubernetes
• NoSQL
• Python
• Rust
• SQL
• Scala
• NodeJS
• Backend

More:

We are Capital One, a company dedicated to innovation within the technology sector. Our team consists of driven individuals who are eager to tackle complex challenges and deliver real‑world solutions to our customers. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where collaboration thrives. This role is based in McLean, VA and Richmond, VA, with competitive salaries ranging from $147,100 to $184,600 depending on the location. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your overall well‑being.