Lead Software Engineer, Backend at Capital One

Riverwoods, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Finance, BankingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
At least 4 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
7+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js
2+ 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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

JavaPythonSQLNode.jsGoScalaDockerKubernetesAWSNoSQLRDBMS

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this Lead Software Engineer role?

The salary range is $175,800 - $200,700 in Riverwoods, IL and $193,400 - $220,700 in McLean, VA for full-time positions.

Is this position remote or does it require working from specific locations?

This information is not specified in the job description. Salary ranges are provided for specific locations: Riverwoods, IL and McLean, VA.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree, at least 4 years of professional software engineering experience, and 1 year of cloud computing experience (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud). Preferred qualifications include 7+ years in Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js, 2+ years with AWS/GCP/Azure, 4+ years in open source frameworks, people management, and Agile practices.

What is the company culture like at Capital One for this role?

Capital One offers a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment with a team of makers, breakers, doers, and disruptors focused on solving real problems and customer needs.

What makes a strong candidate for this Lead Software Engineer position?

Strong candidates will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree, 7+ years in languages like Java, Python, or Go, cloud experience especially AWS, people management skills, and Agile expertise, along with a passion for tech trends and mentoring.

Capital One

Offers diverse financial products and services

About Capital One

Capital One provides a variety of financial services aimed at making banking accessible and easy for everyone. The company offers products such as credit cards, savings accounts, car loans, and business checking accounts, catering to both individual consumers and small businesses primarily in the United States. Capital One's approach includes user-friendly banking solutions with no fees or minimums for checking accounts, allowing customers to manage their finances more effectively. They generate revenue through interest on loans, credit card fees, and investment banking services. What sets Capital One apart from its competitors is its strong commitment to financial inclusion and literacy, demonstrated through community partnerships and educational initiatives, such as collaborations with Khan Academy. The company's goal is to create a more inclusive financial system and empower customers with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed financial decisions.

McLean, VirginiaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$15.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees

Lead Software Engineer, Backend at Capital One

Requirements

Responsibilities

Skills

Questions & Answers

Capital One

About Capital One

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage

Onsite Health Centers

Prescription saving with network of local pharmacies

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Assistance

401(k)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and Disability insurance

Generous paid time off + corporate & floating holidays

Registered dieticians on site, cooking classes and free virtual fitness classes

Employee Assistance Program

Risks

Increased competition in subscription management tools may dilute Capital One's advantage.

Over-reliance on partnerships could expose Capital One to technological risks.

Departure of key personnel like Joe Rodriguez may affect risk management continuity.

Differentiation

Capital One offers user-friendly banking with no fees or minimums for checking accounts.

The company partners with Khan Academy to provide financial literacy education.

Capital One is the first major U.S. bank to offer subscription management tools.

Upsides

Capital One's mobile app is a model for secure, user-friendly digital banking.

Data sharing with Worldpay enhances payment security and fraud prevention.

Partnerships with fintechs like Minna Technologies improve customer experience.

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