Senior Director, Ad Tech Engineering

Capital One

. Lead, manage, and grow multiple teams of product-focused software engineers .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $286,200 - $326,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading and managing software engineering teams, shaping technical strategy, and driving talent development. Proficient in cloud computing, enterprise architecture, and full-stack development, with a strong focus on innovation and engineering best practices.

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People Management ExperienceSoftware Engineering ExperienceCloud Computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)Enterprise Architecture and Design PatternsFull-Stack Development

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringSolution ArchitectureData ArchitectureWeb Technologies (JavaScript, TypeScript)Distributed HPC and ML SystemsProfessional Coding (Go, Java, Python, Rust, C#, Scala)Databases and Database Management SystemsAgile MethodologiesSystem Development LifecycleNetworking Protocols

Soft Skills

MentoringTeam LeadershipInnovationCollaborationDiversity and Inclusion

Tools & Technologies

AWSMicrosoft AzureGoogle CloudCloud-Based Productivity ToolsVirtualization Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Industry Keywords

Enterprise PlatformsTechnical StrategyApplication CapabilitiesEngineering VelocityThird-Party Distributed-System Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudJavaJavaScriptPythonRustScalaTypeScriptGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, manage, and grow multiple teams of product-focused software engineers
Shape long-term technical strategy and architecture standards for enterprise platforms
Partner with senior engineering and business leaders to align product roadmaps with scalable technology capabilities
Drive talent strategy, including succession planning, skill development, and equitable opportunity
Mentor and guide engineers’ professional and technical development
Work with product managers to define application capabilities, testing scenarios, and customer experiences
Continuously improve software engineering practices
Design, develop, test, implement, and support full-stack technical solutions across Agile teams
Lead the craftsmanship, availability, resilience, and scalability of solutions
Stay current with technology trends, experiment with new technologies, and participate in technology communities
Encourage innovation, inclusion, teamwork, self-organization, and diversity
Improve engineering velocity across the organization
Lead deployment of new and existing applications into AWS environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science or a related quantitative field
At least 7 years of people management experience
At least 9 years of experience in software engineering and solution architecture
At least 9 years of experience in enterprise architecture and design patterns
At least 9 years of experience in cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
At least 9 years of experience in data architecture
Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
Preferred: 12+ years of experience in software engineering and solution architecture
Preferred: 12+ years of experience in enterprise architecture and design patterns
Preferred: 12+ years of experience in web technologies (JavaScript, TypeScript and SPA frameworks)
Preferred: 12+ years of experience designing and building distributed HPC and ML systems
Preferred: 12+ years of experience in cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
Preferred: 12+ years of experience in data architecture
Preferred: 12+ years of professional coding experience in Go, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Rust, C#, or Scala
Preferred: 10+ years of experience with databases and database management systems
Preferred: 12+ years of professional experience across the full system development lifecycle
Preferred: 7+ years of experience with public cloud platforms, cloud-based productivity tools, or virtualization technologies
Preferred: 12+ years of experience with networking protocols and third-party distributed-system integration
Preferred: 7+ years of experience mentoring senior engineers and driving professional development
Preferred: 3+ years of experience leading cross-domain architectural reviews or establishing coding and design standards
Expertise in the strategic application of agentic AI coding tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long-term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive health, financial, and other benefits supporting total well-being
Reasonable workplace accommodations