Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack

Capital One

Lead software engineer building AI-powered risk management solutions for Capital One’s Risk Tech organization. Leading full-stack teams and cloud-based microservice projects supporting regulatory needs.

Posted 9/7/2026full-timeRichmond • Massachusetts, 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 cloud-based solutions and regulatory compliance. Proficient in modern programming languages and frameworks, with a commitment to mentoring and collaboration within engineering teams.

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Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, GCP)Microservices ArchitectureNode.js DevelopmentJavaScript and TypeScript ProficiencyPeople Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringJavaPythonSQLTypeScriptNode.jsAngularDockerSpring BootMicro-UI Architecture

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

AWS FargateAWS LambdaKafkaOpen-Source RDBMSNoSQL Databases

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceAgile PracticesInteractive AI Tooling

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularAWSAzureCloudDockerGoGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaJavaScriptKafkaMicroservicesNode.jsNoSQLOpen SourcePythonRDBMSSpringSpring BootSpringBootSQLTypeScriptVue.js

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with experience in distributed microservices and full-stack systems
Create solutions that help meet the company’s regulatory needs
Stay current with technology trends and experiment with and learn new technologies
Participate in internal and external technology communities
Mentor members of the engineering community
Collaborate with digital product managers
Deliver robust cloud-based solutions that support millions of Americans’ financial empowerment
Use Node.js, TypeScript, Angular, HTML/CSS, Java, SQL, Python, Kafka, open-source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Docker, AWS Fargate, Lambda, and AWS tools and services
Deliver using microservice and micro-UI architectures with Spring Boot, Node.js, Angular, and Vue.js

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 of experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud)
No employer-sponsored immigration support for new employment authorization or immigration-related support
Preferred: Master’s Degree
Preferred: 9+ years of experience in JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, or Go
Preferred: 4+ 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
Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling beyond basic code completion

Benefits

Comp & perks

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