Senior Lead Software Engineer - Back End - Java, Python, Big Data (Enterprise Platform Technology)

Capital One; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 204,900 - 233,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Inclusive workplace culture

Financial wellness support

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Lead Software Engineer, where you will lead innovative projects and collaborate with talented developers. This role allows you to work with cutting-edge technologies, including Java, Python, and AWS, to create impactful solutions that empower millions. You will mentor fellow engineers, stay ahead of tech trends, and contribute to a culture of inclusivity and collaboration. If you're passionate about technology and want to drive meaningful change, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software engineering experience, with cloud computing knowledge.
• Experience with programming languages: Java, Python, SQL, Go, and Scala.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse technology projects and a team of developers.
• Collaborate with product managers to deliver cloud-based solutions.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Go

Scala

Agile practices

People management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

NoSQL databases

Open Source RDBMS

Job description

Senior Lead Software Engineer - Back End - Java, Python, Big Data (Enterprise Platform Technology)

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 love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Back End Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Software Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.

Enterprise Platforms Technology (EPTech) comprises many of Capital One’s most important enterprise platforms. We play an essential role in establishing practices for building technology solutions across the company, while also delivering capabilities that exemplify those practices.

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, and from time to time, be asked to code or evaluate code.
• 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 Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, 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 6 years of professional software engineering experience (Internship experience does not apply).
• At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree.
• 9+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js.
• 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, 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.

Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.

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.

Chicago, IL: $204,900 - $233,800 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer

McLean, VA: $225,400 - $257,200 for Sr. 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. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.