Sr. Lead Software Engineer - Back End (Java, Python, AWS)

Capital One; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 209,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One in Richmond, VA is seeking a Sr. Lead Software Engineer to drive a portfolio of multi‑tier microservices and cloud solutions. You’ll guide a team of developers, shape architectural decisions, and collaborate with product managers to deliver scalable, secure systems.

Proficiency in Java and Python, plus AWS experience and open source frameworks, will help you accelerate value for millions of customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; 6+ years in software engineering.
• At least 1 year cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Experience leading teams and mentoring engineers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers.
• Collaborate with product managers and deliver cloud-based solutions.
• Work with Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala across AWS and containers.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Node.js

Go

Scala

AWS

Azure

GCP

Distributed systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS Tools

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 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.

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 or Python
• 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
• 4+ years of experience in open source frameworks
• 2+ years of experience in Agile practices
• Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion

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

McLean, VA: $229,900 - $262,400 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer

Plano, TX: $209,000 - $238,500 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer

Richmond, VA: $209,000 - $238,500 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.

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.