Distinguished Engineer (Solutions Architect)

Capital One is seeking a Distinguished Engineer to join their Risk Tech team, where you'll play a crucial role in transforming risk management through technology. As a Distinguished Engineer, you'll architect and implement innovative solutions that help identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks across the enterprise. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking, requiring you to collaborate with business leaders, product managers, and engineers to build scalable risk management systems.

You'll be responsible for defining technical patterns, establishing engineering best practices, and driving the implementation of cutting-edge solutions. The position requires a blend of technical leadership and hands-on experience, particularly in cloud computing, microservices architecture, and modern development practices. You'll work in an environment that values diversity of thought and promotes collaboration across organizational boundaries.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $239,900 to $328,500 depending on location, plus performance-based incentives and comprehensive benefits. You'll be part of Capital One's distinguished engineering community, where you'll have the opportunity to influence technical direction, mentor other engineers, and drive innovation in risk management technology.

This position is perfect for someone who thrives in ambiguous spaces, enjoys solving complex architectural problems, and can effectively influence and collaborate across enterprise teams. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies while helping to shape the future of risk management at one of the nation's leading financial institutions. The role offers the chance to make a significant impact while working on challenging problems that directly affect the company's ability to manage risk effectively.