Senior Data Engineer

Capital One is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join their innovative technology team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of driving major transformation within Capital One, working with cutting-edge data technologies and streaming solutions.

As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and building enterprise-level scalable, low-latency, fault-tolerant streaming data platforms that provide meaningful and timely insights. You'll work with modern big data technologies including Spark, Flink, Kafka, Snowflake, and AWS Big Data Services, building the next generation of distributed streaming data pipelines and analytics data stores.

The role combines technical expertise with collaborative teamwork, as you'll be working alongside experienced professionals in machine learning, distributed microservices, and full-stack systems. You'll be part of an agile environment that emphasizes CI/CD, application resiliency, and security best practices. The position offers opportunities to stay current with technology trends, experiment with new tools, and mentor other engineers.

Capital One offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary ($144,200 - $164,600), performance-based incentives, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and various other financial benefits. The company promotes a culture of innovation and continuous learning, with opportunities to participate in both internal and external technology communities.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of application development experience and 1 year of big data technology experience. Preferred qualifications include experience with Python, SQL, Scala, or Java, public cloud platforms, distributed computing tools, and data warehousing solutions. Knowledge of UNIX/Linux and agile engineering practices is also valuable.

This position is based in Plano, Texas, and offers the opportunity to work with a leading financial institution that is committed to using technology to transform banking and help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence in building the next generation of data solutions.