Capital_One · Cambridge, MA

Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack (Risk Tech) at Capital_One — Cambridge, MA

Full-timeCambridge, MAPosted 2026-07-20Apply on Workday

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Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack (Risk Tech)

Risk Tech is responsible for transforming risk management into a real time, intelligent discipline powered by modern products and technical capabilities. Our mission is divided into two primary functional pillars: Risk Management Tech (RMT), which develops the frameworks and tools for monitoring risks, testing controls, and managing regulatory requirements; and AML and Compliance Tech (ACT), which ensures our products are delivered ethically and in strict compliance with BSA/AML regulations and global laws.

Reinforcing these pillars are our commitment to Architecture & Engineering Excellence. Our Architecture team bridges the gap between business strategy and technical execution through a customer centric, domain oriented lens, while our Engineering Excellence team empowers our talent to build better, more resilient systems every day. Together, we ensure that Risk Tech isn't just a safeguard - it’s a competitive advantage.

What You’ll Do

  • 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
  • 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, TypeScript, SQL, Python, and Go, Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • At least 4 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
  • 7+ years of experience in at least one of the following: JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, or Go
  • 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Microsoft 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
  • Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion

Cambridge, MA: $197,300 - $225,100 for Lead Software Engineer