Senior Lead Software Engineer, Distributed Systems; Golang + Python Kubernetes

Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast‑paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who solve real problems and meet real customer needs.

We are seeking Full Stack/Back End Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Software Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.

The Machine Learning Experience Team (MLX Tech) is committed to pioneering and responsibly implementing AI/ML across Capital One. We achieve this by building platforms that enable the rapid and responsible development and deployment of AI/ML solutions  Tech harnesses the power of Generative AI to assist Capital one customers. Our mission is driven by our passionate, collaborative, and interdisciplinary team, being trusted partners to unleash the full power of machine learning and AI.

• Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices, and full stack systems to create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company
• Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal & external technology communities, mentoring other members of the engineering community, and from time to time, be asked to code or evaluate code
• Collaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment
• Utilize programming languages like JavaScript, Java, HTML/CSS, Type Script, SQL, Python, and Go, Open Source RDBMS and No
  
  SQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services

• 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)

• Master’s Degree
• 9+ years of experience in at least one of the following:
  Python, Golang, or Node.js
• 4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
• 4+ years of experience in open source frameworks
• 2+ years of experience in Kubernetes: hands‑on deploying and managing large‑scale apps on Kubernetes
• 1+ years of people management experience
• 2+ years of experience with Amazon Sage Maker, Databricks, or another comprehensive ML platform
• Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion

Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.

• Cambridge, MA: $229,900 - $262,400 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer
• McLean, VA: $229,900 - $262,400 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer
• New York, NY: $250,800 - $286,200 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer
• San Francisco, CA: $250,800 - $286,200 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer
• San Jose, CA: $250,800 - $286,200 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE,…