Senior Lead Software Engineer, Back End – Golang, Java, AWS

Capital One

Senior backend engineer leading distributed systems and cloud projects at Capital One, an information-based technology banking company. Delivering regulatory solutions and financial empowerment experiences.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $209,000 - $238,500 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 building cloud-based solutions using Java, Python, and AWS. Proven ability to mentor engineers and collaborate effectively with product managers in an Agile environment.

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Cloud ComputingJava DevelopmentAWS ServicesMicroservices ArchitecturePeople Management

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Hard Skills

JavaPythonSQLNode.jsGoScalaOpen-Source FrameworksAgile PracticesCloud ServicesInteractive AI Tooling

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesAWSMicrosoft AzureGoogle Cloud

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceFinancial EmpowermentTechnology TrendsEngineering Community

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerGoGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaJavaScriptKubernetesMicroservicesNode.jsPythonScalaSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers
Create solutions that meet regulatory needs for Capital One
Build distributed microservices and full-stack systems
Stay current with technology trends and experiment with 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 support financial empowerment experiences
Use Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, Scala, open-source databases, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS tools and services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
At least 6 years of professional software engineering experience; internship experience does not apply
At least 1 year of experience with cloud computing, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud
Master’s Degree preferred
9+ years of experience in Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js preferred
3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, 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 consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses 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