Senior Backend Engineer (Python, AWS) - Microservices Lead

Capital One; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 197,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One in McLean, VA seeks Back End Software Engineers to lead a portfolio of distributed microservices and full-stack systems, delivering cloud-based solutions that meet regulatory needs and empower millions of Americans. This role requires a bachelor’s degree and substantial experience with cloud platforms, open-source frameworks, and Agile practices.

You will work with Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, Scala, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS, mentoring teammates and driving technology adoption in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 4 years professional software engineering experience.
• At least 1 year of cloud computing experience (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices and full stack systems.
• Mentor other engineers, stay current with tech trends, and participate in internal/external technology communities.
• Collaborate with product managers to deliver robust cloud-based solutions that empower millions of Americans.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Node.js

Go

Scala

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Open Source Databases

Job description

Capital One in McLean, VA seeks Back End Software Engineers to lead a portfolio of distributed microservices and full-stack systems, delivering cloud-based solutions that meet regulatory needs and empower millions of Americans. This role requires a bachelor’s degree and substantial experience with cloud platforms, open-source frameworks, and Agile practices.

You will work with Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, Scala, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS, mentoring teammates and driving technology adoption in