Sr Lead Software Engineer

OverviewJoin to apply for the Sr Lead Software Engineer role at Capital OneWhat You’ll Do and how you’ll contribute to Capital One’s transformation initiatives as a Back End Software Engineer focused on data, distributed microservices, and cloud-based solutions.What You’ll DoLead 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 companyShare 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 codeCollaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowermentUtilize 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 servicesBasic QualificationsBachelor’s DegreeAt 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 QualificationsMaster’s Degree9+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service4+ years of experience in open source frameworks1+ years of people management experience2+ years of experience in Agile practicesCapital 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. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon hours agreed upon. Chicago, IL: $204,900 - $233,800 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 eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses 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. 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 (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 require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or . All information will be kept confidential and used only to provide needed reasonable accommodations.Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, in the United Kingdom for Capital One Europe, and in the Philippines for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).Job detailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Engineering and Information TechnologyFor visibility, this listing focuses on the Sr Lead Software Engineer role at Capital One. Other job postings listed in the original content are not included in this refined description. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17