Lead Software Engineer – Full Stack, Golang, Java, Python, AWS

Capital One

Lead software engineer leading full-stack cloud projects at Capital One, a financial services company. Building regulated microservices with Golang, Java, Python, and AWS.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeMcLean • Illinois, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $179,400 - $225,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading technology projects and teams, with a strong focus on delivering cloud-based solutions using Java, Python, and AWS. Proven ability to mentor engineers and collaborate effectively with product managers to meet regulatory needs and drive financial empowerment.

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Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, GCP)JavaScript, Java, Python, GoPeople Management ExperienceAgile PracticesOpen Source Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringCloud ComputingJavaScriptJavaPythonGoHTML/CSSTypeScriptSQLOpen Source RDBMS and NoSQL Databases

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesAWS Tools and Services

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Regulatory NeedsTechnology TrendsFinancial EmpowermentInteractive AI ToolingTechnology Communities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerGoGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaJavaScriptKubernetesNoSQLOpen SourcePythonRDBMSSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers
Create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company
Stay current with technology trends and experiment with and learn new technologies
Participate in internal and external technology communities
Mentor other members of the engineering community
Collaborate with digital product managers
Deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive experiences supporting millions of Americans’ financial empowerment
Utilize JavaScript, Java, HTML/CSS, TypeScript, SQL, Python, Go, open-source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS tools and services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
At least 4 years of experience in software engineering (Internship experience does not apply)
At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
No new employment authorization sponsorship or immigration-related support available
Preferred: Master’s Degree
Preferred: 7+ years of experience in Golang, Java, or Python
Preferred: 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Microsoft Azure, or another cloud service
Preferred: 4+ years of experience in open source frameworks
Preferred: 1+ years of people management experience
Preferred: 2+ years of experience in Agile practices
Preferred: Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling beyond basic code completion

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive health, financial and other benefits supporting total well-being
Reasonable accommodations for applicants who require them