Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack – Scala, React, AWS

Capital One

Lead full-stack engineer building Scala, React, and AWS fintech travel products at Capital One. Leading cloud solutions, regulatory initiatives, and engineering teams.

Posted 9/8/2026full-timeNew York City • New York, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $197,300 - $245,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading technology projects and teams, with a strong focus on cloud computing, microservices, and full-stack development. Proficient in mentoring and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet regulatory requirements.

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Cloud ComputingJavaScriptAWSAgile PracticesPeople Management

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Hard Skills

JavaTypeScriptSQLPythonGoOpen Source FrameworksDistributed MicroservicesFull-Stack SystemsInteractive AI ToolingContainer Orchestration

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AWS ToolsMicrosoft AzureGoogle CloudRelational DatabasesNoSQL Databases

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree

Industry Keywords

Regulatory NeedsTechnology TrendsDigital Product Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaJavaScriptMicroservicesNoSQLOpen SourcePythonSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices and full-stack systems
Create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company
Stay current with technology trends, 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 drive customer experiences and financial empowerment
Use programming languages, open-source relational and NoSQL databases, container orchestration services, 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)
Master's Degree (preferred)
7+ years of experience in JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, or Go (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 (preferred)
Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer immigration-related support
No agencies please

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