Senior Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack (Solution Architect)

Overview 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 Solution Architects who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Solution Architect , you’ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One. What You’ll Do Lead solutions architecture design for multi-platform/cross-platform solutions Leading trade-off and impact analysis work for hard to change technical decisions, and manage technical conflict Demonstrate thought leadership and strategy in partnership with delivery and product partners Provide architectural guardrails and white papers for onboarding new technologies, especially multi-agentic AI. Establish a 3+ year "Domain Destination Architecture" (DDA) for various business capabilities. Explain and represent solutions in the Architecture Review Boards, and various product, platform and architecture discussions Presenting work products and strategies to product managers, technology leadership across Capital One A primary architecture point of contact for other architecture teams & and delivery teams for solutions and systems Continuously learn as technology needs evolve The Successful Candidate Will Effectively communicate and build relationships to interact, inform, influence and communicate with key stakeholders at all levels across the company Exhibit mastery of facilitation and influence across teams, departments and divisions Enjoy the camaraderie, debates, and leaning that comes from working with a team of passionate technologists See the impact of near term and long term choices, and are great at explaining it Have significant exposures to and experience with Agentic AI and other emerging technologies. Possess excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask, while quickly shifting context and priorities Have a proven track record for leading and enabling technology, architecture and software engineering activities at enterprise scale Be self-motivated and display an unwavering responsibility to deliver high quality results and commitments Possess a keen attention to detail and a passion for Architecture, Software Engineering, Network Engineering, Data Engineering, and Customer Experience Have an intellectual curiosity and interest to maintain and acquire new business, technology and architecture skills Basic Qualifications 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) Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree 9+ years of experience in at least one of the following: JavaScript, TypeScript, SQL, Python 4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Microsoft Azure, or another cloud service 4+ years of experience in open source frameworks 2+ years of experience in Agile practices 5+ years of experience as a Solutions Architect 8+ years of experience architecting, designing and delivering scalable and decoupled systems in a heavily regulated technology environment 3+ years of experience working with internal and external business clients 3+ years of experience to engaging, influencing and driving initiatives by partnering with technology executives AWS or equivalent certifications (Cloud Practitioner, Solution Architect-Associate, GCP or Azure) Compensation McLean, VA: $229,900 - $262,400 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer New York, NY: $250,800 - $286,200 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer Plano, TX: $209,000 - $238,500 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer Richmond, VA: $209,000 - $238,500 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer Benefits Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position. Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at our careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level. Equal Opportunity Employer Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. #J-18808-Ljbffr