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Senior Staff Software Engineer

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Capital One logoCapital One · Toronto, On, Canada
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About the role

Since 2014, Capital One Canada's software studio has grown from a team of 10 to a team of over 250. We're passionate about what we do, and we're always on the lookout for people who want to make a difference in the world of credit through technology. We're obsessed with doing the right thing, and we achieve that by finding innovative ways to better serve our customers. Here are a few of the ways we're helping people take control of their credit: Helping customers view and monitor their credit scores with Credit Keeper Enabling customers to view and edit their Personal Information directly in the Mobile App Providing customers 100% certainty which credit cards they'll be approved for before they apply, by using Quick Check™ We're all-in on the cloud and we're leaders in the adoption of open source, RESTful APIs, microservices, and containers. We build our own products and release them with a speed and agility that allows us to get new customer experiences to market quickly. And, as a founder-led company, we're inspired to make, break, do, and do good. As a Senior Staff Engineer at Capital One Software Studio, you will orchestrate the creation of technology solutions that align with our business goals. Your day begins with a review of ongoing solution designs that are in different phases of their life cycles. You'll spend your time designing scalable and secure solution architectures, evaluating new technologies, and overseeing the development of high-level designs (HLD). You will engage in dynamic collaboration with cross-functional teams to advocate for best practices in architecture and design. For the new projects, you will closely work with your business partners to create sound business architectures. By day's end, you will have contributed to solutions and strategies that will shape our future, ensuring that all solutions are not only innovative but also follow our architectural and security standards

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement architectural solutions that align with Capital One Canada's business goals and adhere to our architectural framework.
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive catalog of technical and business capabilities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Lead the creation and review of Architectural Decision Records (ADRs) and High-Level Design (HLD) documents.
  • Actively participate in governance forums such as the Architectural Review Board ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across all levels to promote technology strategies that deliver better business value and innovation.
  • Mentor and lead teams in the adoption of architectural best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Basic Requirements:
  • At least 8 years of experience in Software Engineering and Systems Architecture or Technology Solution design
  • At least 2 years of experience creating solutions architectures in a public cloud (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)

Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's or Diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or in related field
  • Certification in TOGAF, AWS, or other relevant architectural frameworks.
  • 3+ years of experience as a Solutions Architect in large/complex organizations
  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering
  • 8+ years of experience architecting, designing, and/or delivering scalable and decoupled systems in a heavily regulated technology environment
  • 3+ years of experience working with internal and external business clients
  • 2+ years of experience with AWS concepts and implementations
  • Experience to engaging, influencing and driving initiatives by partnering with technology executives
  • Experience mentoring software engineers or architects
  • Experience in a regulated environment (HIPAA, PCI, Privacy, etc)
  • Ability to communicate at all levels in the organizations with required technical depth and breadth
  • AWS or equivalent certifications (Cloud Practitioner, Solution Architect-Associate)
  • Working at Capital One.
  • Enjoy a hybrid work environment, with 3 days in the office. Build a comfortable workspace with our one-time, Work From Home allowance and enjoy our head office located conveniently across the street from Union Station.
  • Live well-physically, financially and emotionally. Receive support for you and those who are most important to you, with full coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. With up to $3000 in mental health coverage and up to $5000 in tuition subsidies per year-and much more-you'll

Benefits

Health insurance

Additional Information

161 Bay Street (93021), Canada, Toronto,Toronto, Ontario, Senior Staff Software Engineer About Capital One Canada. For 30 years, we've been on a mission to change banking for good and build relationships by making credit accessible, simple, intuitive and rewarding. We want to help Canadians succeed with credit, because we believe in people - in our customers, in our associates, and in talent like you!


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