Full-Stack Engineer 4, Python, Kubernetes

Capital One

. Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with experience in distributed microservices and full-stack systems .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $197,300 - $245,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading technology projects and teams, with a strong focus on cloud-based solutions, regulatory compliance, and mentoring within engineering communities. Proficient in Python, Go, and cloud platforms, with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

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Cloud-Based SolutionsPython ProgrammingAWS ExperienceKubernetes ManagementTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringDistributed MicroservicesDatabase Management SystemsCI/CD PipelinesInfrastructure as CodeAutomated Testing FrameworksObservabilityTechnical TroubleshootingRefactoringCoding Standards

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationInfluencing StrategyProblem SolvingTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

DockerOpen-Source RDBMSNoSQL DatabasesGitGitHubBitbucketCloud Productivity ToolsVirtualization TechnologiesAI-Based Coding ToolsInteractive AI Tooling

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree in Computer Science (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Agile TeamsRegulatory ComplianceTechnical DebtPerformance OptimizationService Boundaries

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesMicroservicesNoSQLPythonRDBMSGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with experience in distributed microservices and full-stack systems
Create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company
Stay current with technology trends, experiment with and learn new technologies, and participate in internal and external technology communities
Mentor members of the engineering community
Collaborate with digital product managers to deliver robust cloud-based solutions
Utilize Python, Go, open-source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS tools and services
Provide technical leadership and direction across Agile teams
Set standards for design, development, and operational excellence
Partner with architects to define service boundaries, integration patterns, and reusable frameworks
Identify areas for improvement through targeted refactoring
Reduce technical debt and enhance system performance
Influence long-term technology strategy by evaluating emerging tools and practices in a 'you build it, you own it' environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science or a related quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Engineering)
At least 4 years of experience in software engineering; internship experience does not apply
At least 2 years of experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), cloud-based productivity tools, or virtualization technologies
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field
Preferred: 5+ years of experience coding with Python or Go
Preferred: 4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP or Azure
Preferred: 3+ years of experience with Kubernetes
Preferred: 3+ years of experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automated testing frameworks
Preferred: 3+ years of experience using Git-based version-control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub, Bitbucket)
Preferred: 1+ year of experience leveraging observability to identify and optimize performance bottlenecks in distributed systems
Preferred: 3+ years of experience troubleshooting technical issues within cloud environments
Preferred: 3+ years of experience with database and database management systems
Preferred: 1+ year of experience mentoring engineers and driving professional development within technical teams
Preferred: Experience leveraging modern AI-based coding tools and IDE copilots
Preferred: Experience with interactive AI tooling beyond basic code completion
Preferred: Experience leading cross-functional engineering efforts or large-scale technical initiatives
Preferred: Experience establishing and enforcing coding standards and design patterns across teams
Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long-term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive health, financial, and other benefits supporting total well-being
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities