Senior Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack – Go, React, AWS

Capital One

Senior Lead Software Engineer leading full-stack Go and React development at Capital One. Delivering AWS-based solutions, microservices, and regulatory technology for financial empowerment.

Posted 9/9/2026full-timeMcLean • Illinois, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $209,000 - $262,400 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 computing and software engineering. Proficient in developing robust solutions using modern programming languages and frameworks while mentoring engineering talent.

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Cloud ComputingJavaScriptJavaAWSAgile Practices

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringMicroservicesFull Stack DevelopmentSQLPythonGoHTML/CSSTypeScriptOpen Source FrameworksCode Evaluation

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesAWS Tools and ServicesRDBMSNoSQL Databases

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceFinancial EmpowermentTechnology TrendsAgile Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerGoGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaJavaScriptKubernetesMicroservicesNoSQLOpen SourcePythonRDBMSSQLTypeScript

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 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 members of the engineering community
Code or evaluate code as needed
Collaborate with digital product managers
Deliver robust cloud-based solutions that help millions of Americans achieve 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 6 years of experience in software engineering (Internship experience does not apply)
At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
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
Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization

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
Employment authorization sponsorship consideration for a new qualified applicant
Reasonable accommodations for applicants who require them