Senior Software Engineer, Back End (GraphQL, AWS, Python, Go, Rust) at Capital One

Richmond, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
At least 3 years of professional software engineering experience (Internship experience does not apply)
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Python, Java, Scala, Go or Node.js
2+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
1+ years of experience using Go or Rust
1+ years of experience using GraphQL
3+ years of experience in open source frameworks
2+ years of experience in Agile practices

Responsibilities

Collaborate with and across Agile teams to design, develop, test, implement, and support technical solutions in full-stack development tools and technologies
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
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 Python, SQL, Node, Go, Java 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

GraphQLAWSPythonGoRustSQLNode.jsJavaScalaDockerKubernetes

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

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

The salary ranges are $158,600 - $181,000 in McLean, VA and $144,200 - $164,600 in Richmond, VA for Senior Software Engineer. Candidates in other locations will be subject to the pay range for that location.

Is this a remote position or does it require working in an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for this back-end engineering role?

Basic qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 3 years of professional software engineering experience. Preferred skills include 5+ years in Python, Java, Scala, Go or Node.js; 2+ years with AWS, GCP, or Azure; 1+ years with Go or Rust and GraphQL; plus experience in open source frameworks 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 who solve real problems and meet customer needs.

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

Strong candidates have a Bachelor’s Degree, 3+ years of software engineering experience, and preferably 5+ years in Python, Java, Scala, Go or Node.js, plus experience with cloud services like AWS, Go/Rust, GraphQL, open source frameworks, and Agile practices.

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

Senior Software Engineer, Back End (GraphQL, AWS, Python, Go, Rust) 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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