Lead Software Engineer (Bank Tech) - job 1 of 2

As a Lead Software Engineer at Capital One, you'll be responsible for spearheading a variety of technology projects while mentoring your team. Your expertise in full stack systems and microservices will help shape solutions that meet regulatory requirements. You'll actively engage in the tech community, ensuring you're up-to-date with trends and technologies, and collaborate with product managers to develop cloud solutions that significantly enhance customer experiences.

To qualify for the Lead Software Engineer role at Capital One, candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree and at least four years of software engineering experience, excluding internships. It's preferred to have a Master’s Degree along with seven or more years focused on programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, and SQL. Experience with cloud computing platforms like AWS is highly beneficial, as is familiarity with Agile practices.

Lead Software Engineers at Capital One typically work with a variety of technologies, including JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, Python, SQL, and Go. They also engage with cloud computing services such as AWS and leverage container orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes. Their ability to work with Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases is essential to drive cloud-based solutions effectively.

Capital One is dedicated to supporting the well-being of its employees, including Lead Software Engineers. The company offers a range of competitive benefits, including health and financial support, aimed at overall employee wellness. Reliable work-life balance and opportunities for professional growth through mentoring and community involvement are key aspects of Capital One’s commitment to its staff.

In Richmond, VA, the salary range for a Lead Software Engineer at Capital One is between $175,800 and $200,700 annually. This range reflects the company’s commitment to providing competitive compensation for its technology professionals. Additionally, there is potential for performance-based incentives, including cash bonus opportunities.

When answering, highlight specific projects where you've implemented distributed microservices. Discuss your understanding of system architecture, the technologies you used, and how these services improved system scalability and reliability.

Explain your strategies for staying updated with technology trends. This might include following relevant blogs, participating in online courses, or attending industry conferences. Share any communities or networks you are part of that encourage continuous learning.

Be sure to mention the languages you’re most experienced with, such as JavaScript, Java, or Python. Provide examples of projects where you've utilized these languages effectively and the outcomes achieved, showcasing your technical skills.

Share a specific situation where a project faced difficulties, such as tight deadlines or technical hurdles. Detail your leadership approach to resolve the challenges, foster teamwork, and ensure project completion successfully.

Discuss specific mentoring methods you employ, such as regular check-ins, code reviews, or engaging them in challenging tasks. Provide an example of how your guidance resulted in the development or success of a junior team member.

Talk about the Agile frameworks you've worked within, like Scrum or Kanban. Detail how you’ve contributed to Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning and retrospectives, and how these practices improved team collaboration and efficiency.

Emphasize your hands-on experience with AWS and mention specific services you have utilized, such as EC2, S3, or Lambda. Discuss how cloud solutions you implemented affected the project's scalability and performance.

Outline the practices you've implemented to maintain high coding standards, such as code reviews, standardized coding guidelines, and testing protocols. Provide an example where your approach enhanced code quality or team performance.

Share your strategies for conflict resolution, including active listening, facilitating open communication, and seeking compromise. Discuss a specific instance where you successfully resolved a team conflict, leading to a positive outcome.

Describe your project management techniques that contribute to timely project delivery. This could include setting clear milestones, prioritizing tasks, and regular progress checks to keep the team aligned on deadlines.