Lead Software Engineer, Back End

A leading financial services company that provides credit cards, banking, and lending services.
McLean, VA, USAPlano, TX, USA
$175,800 - $220,700
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Lead Software Engineer, Back End

Capital One is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their Backend team, offering an exciting opportunity to drive major technological transformation. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on distributed microservices and cloud-based solutions. You'll lead a team of developers while working with cutting-edge technologies including Java, Python, Node.js, and cloud platforms.

The position requires expertise in backend development, cloud computing, and system architecture. You'll be responsible for delivering solutions that help meet regulatory needs while contributing to Capital One's mission of financial empowerment for millions of Americans. The role offers a blend of technical work and leadership responsibilities, including mentoring team members and staying current with technology trends.

Capital One provides a competitive compensation package, with salaries ranging from $175,800 to $220,700 depending on location, plus performance-based incentives and comprehensive benefits. The company offers a collaborative, inclusive environment where innovation is encouraged and technical excellence is valued.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers looking to take their career to the next level, combining technical expertise with leadership in a Fortune 500 financial institution. The role offers the chance to work on meaningful projects while developing both technical and leadership skills in a supportive environment.

Last updated 7 hours ago

Responsibilities For Lead Software Engineer, Back End

  • Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and team of developers
  • Work with distributed microservices and full stack systems
  • Stay current with tech trends and experiment with new technologies
  • Mentor other members of the engineering community
  • Collaborate with digital product managers
  • Deliver cloud-based solutions

Requirements For Lead Software Engineer, Back End

Java
Python
Node.js
Go
Scala
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • At least 4 years of professional software engineering experience
  • At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Experience with Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala
  • Knowledge of Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases
  • Experience with Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes

Benefits For Lead Software Engineer, Back End

Medical Insurance
401k
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Performance based incentive compensation
  • Cash bonuses
  • Long term incentives (LTI)

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