Lead Software Engineer, Back End – Golang, AWS

Capital One

Lead backend engineering for Capital One’s cloud-based banking technology platform. Building distributed microservices, automation frameworks, and AWS solutions supporting regulatory needs and financial empowerment.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $179,400 - $225,100 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, programming languages, and mentoring. Proficient in delivering robust solutions that meet regulatory needs and enhance user experiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cloud ComputingJava ProgrammingAWS Tools and ServicesContainer Orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)People Management

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Hard Skills

JavaPythonSQLNode.jsGoScalaOpen-Source DatabasesNoSQL DatabasesAgile PracticesInteractive AI Tooling

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AWSMicrosoft AzureGoogle CloudDockerKubernetes

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceMicroservicesFull-Stack SystemsTechnology TrendsEngineering Community

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerGoGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaJavaScriptKubernetesMicroservicesNode.jsNoSQLPythonScalaSQL

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 Capital One
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 create powerful experiences for millions of Americans
Use programming languages, databases, container orchestration services, and AWS tools to build solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
At least 4 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
Ability to work with Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala
Experience with open-source relational and NoSQL databases
Experience with container orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with AWS tools and services
Preferred: Master’s Degree
Preferred: 7+ years of experience in at least one of Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js
Preferred: 2+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
Preferred: 4+ years of experience in open-source frameworks
Preferred: 1+ year of people management experience
Preferred: 2+ years of experience in Agile practices
Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling beyond basic code completion
Capital One will not sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support

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