
Lead Software Engineer, Back End
Welcome to Capital One, where we are passionate about using technology to transform banking for good. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Software Engineer to join our dynamic team and lead the development of our back-end systems. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our core systems, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and reliable. We are looking for a candidate with extensive experience in back-end development, a strong understanding of software engineering principles, and a proven track record of leading successful projects. If you are a driven and innovative problem solver with a passion for creating cutting-edge solutions, we want you to join our team at Capital One.
- Design and develop back-end systems and architecture for Capital One's banking platform.
- Lead a team of software engineers to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and build technical solutions.
- Ensure that all systems are built using best practices and adhere to software engineering principles.
- Identify and resolve technical issues and ensure system reliability and performance.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members to maintain code quality.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation to support the development process.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in software engineering and implement them in our systems.
- Mentor and coach junior team members to foster their technical growth and development.
- Continuously strive for process improvement and identify opportunities to optimize development and delivery processes.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to deliver innovative and user-friendly products.
- Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to the team's success by actively participating in discussions and providing solutions.
- Represent Capital One's technology team in conferences and meetups to showcase our innovations and attract top talent.
- Adhere to security and compliance standards and ensure that all systems are built with data protection in mind.
- Lead by example and inspire a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
A Minimum Of 5 Years Of Experience In Developing And Maintaining Large-Scale, Enterprise-Level Back End Systems.
Extensive Knowledge Of Programming Languages And Frameworks Commonly Used In Back End Development, Such As Java, Python, And Node.js.
Proven Leadership Skills, With The Ability To Mentor And Guide A Team Of Software Engineers In Delivering High-Quality Code.
Strong Understanding Of System Architecture And Design Principles, With The Ability To Make Strategic Decisions For Scalable And Efficient Solutions.
Experience With Cloud Computing Technologies And Devops Practices, Including Ci/Cd Pipelines And Automated Testing, For Continuous Delivery Of Software.
Software Development
Project Management
Problem Solving
Database Management
Cloud Computing
Performance optimization
API design
Team Leadership
Agile methodologies
Coding Standards
Back End Architecture
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Leadership
Time management
Interpersonal Skills
creativity
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Lead Software Engineer, Back End in Chicago, IL, USA is $110,700 - $182,000 per year. This range can vary depending on factors such as the candidate's level of experience, the specific company and industry, and other benefits and bonuses offered.
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Capital One Financial Corporation is an American bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings accounts, headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Capital One is ranked 11th on the list of largest banks in the United States by assets.

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