Lead Software Engineer, Back End

Capital One • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Lead Software Engineer, Back End at Capital One is responsible for leading a diverse portfolio of technology projects and a team of developers. This role focuses on creating solutions that meet regulatory needs while leveraging emerging technologies and cloud-based solutions. The engineer will collaborate with product managers and mentor other engineers, contributing to a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• At least 4 years of professional software engineering experience.
• At least 1 year of experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud).

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in a relevant field.
• 7+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js.
• 2+ years of experience with AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure, or another cloud service.
• 4+ years of experience in open source frameworks.
• 1+ years of people management experience.
• 2+ years of experience in Agile practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers.
• Create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company.
• Stay updated on tech trends and experiment with new technologies.
• Mentor other members of the engineering community.
• Collaborate with digital product managers to deliver robust cloud-based solutions.
• Utilize programming languages and tools such as Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree