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Lead Software Engineer, Back End
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Capital One . 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 large 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 the company.
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, experiment with and learn new technologies, participate in internal and external technology communities, and mentor other members of the engineering community; from time to time, you may 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 such as 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 4 years of professional software engineering experience (internship experience does not apply)
At least 1 year of experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud)
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree
7+ years of experience in Java
2+ years of experience with AWS (EMR, Lambdas, SQS, Step Functions, DynamoDB)
2+ years of experience with Apache Spark
4+ years of experience in open‑source frameworks
2+ years of experience in Agile practices
2+ years of experience with containerization (OpenShift or Docker)
5+ years of experience in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or similar)
2+ years of experience with Terraform or Ansible
At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F‑1 OPT, F‑1 STEM OPT, F‑1 CPT, J‑1, TN, E‑2, E‑3, L‑1, O‑1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require employer support).
Salary and Locations Chicago, IL: $175,800 – $200,700 for Lead Software Engineer McLean, VA: $193,400 – $220,700 for Lead Software Engineer Riverwoods, IL: $175,800 – $200,700 for Lead Software Engineer
Benefits Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Eligibility varies based on full‑time or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level. This role is also eligible to earn performance‑based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long‑term incentives (LTI).
Equal Opportunity 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.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One’s recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com.
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Lead Software Engineer, Back End
role at
Capital One . 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 large 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 the company.
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, experiment with and learn new technologies, participate in internal and external technology communities, and mentor other members of the engineering community; from time to time, you may 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 such as 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 4 years of professional software engineering experience (internship experience does not apply)
At least 1 year of experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud)
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree
7+ years of experience in Java
2+ years of experience with AWS (EMR, Lambdas, SQS, Step Functions, DynamoDB)
2+ years of experience with Apache Spark
4+ years of experience in open‑source frameworks
2+ years of experience in Agile practices
2+ years of experience with containerization (OpenShift or Docker)
5+ years of experience in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or similar)
2+ years of experience with Terraform or Ansible
At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F‑1 OPT, F‑1 STEM OPT, F‑1 CPT, J‑1, TN, E‑2, E‑3, L‑1, O‑1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require employer support).
Salary and Locations Chicago, IL: $175,800 – $200,700 for Lead Software Engineer McLean, VA: $193,400 – $220,700 for Lead Software Engineer Riverwoods, IL: $175,800 – $200,700 for Lead Software Engineer
Benefits Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Eligibility varies based on full‑time or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level. This role is also eligible to earn performance‑based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long‑term incentives (LTI).
Equal Opportunity 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.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One’s recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com.
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