Capital One Financial Corporation

Director, Technical Program Manager - Card Tech

Capital One Financial Corporation$230K — $263K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (Computer Science, Software Engineering)
  • 7+ years managing technical programs
  • Strong experience in building data-intensive solutions using distributed computing
  • Experience in cloud computing architecture, preferably with AWS
  • Background in delivering large, complex programs across cross-functional teams
  • Experience within highly regulated environments
  • Master's degree or MBA in a related technical field is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution on a cohesive roadmap across multiple workstreams
  • Collaborate with various partners to align with Capital One's long-term vision
  • Provide technical leadership to engineering teams for initiative delivery
  • Shape and build the TPM discipline within the organization
  • Establish testing strategies and build automation tools for enhanced delivery

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical and dental coverage
  • Financial well-being programs for saving and retirement
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • Incentive compensation that may include bonuses and long-term incentives
  • Inclusive workplace culture promoting diversity and well-being
Full Job Description
Director, Technical Program Manager - Card Tech

Are you interested in leading programs that deliver on critical business goals and build large scale products & platforms?

About the Team:

Digital Commerce & Innovation (DCI) is a portfolio of technology platforms and solutions which support both enterprise and premium LOBs and delights our customers while revolutionizing the way our customers use and love our products and the industry at the same time. We will find synergies and efficiencies across the portfolio while driving autonomy, velocity, and agility as first principles. DCI domains include:

  • Spend Innovation - Our team operates at the entry point for customer experience by delivering seamless spending technology. From onboarding users and digital payments to spend management and external integrations, we power high-trust transactions and actionable insights that drive real value for our customers.

  • Loyalty - We power personalized and interconnected rewards and benefits for all Capital One customers. We incentivize and reward customers for their use of Capital One credit cards and products, aiming to attract customers, increase usage, and enhance retention by fostering active engagement with rewards and benefits.

  • Travel Tech - We deliver and scale brand-defining experiences across Travel. We provide travel booking services, rewards, and benefits to Capital One customers. By supporting our strategic business goal to win at the top of the market we’re enabling next-level growth for Capital One.

  • Card Premium Experiences - We create world-class experiences for our premium customers, including: AI, Concierge, dining, entertainment, lounges, and multi-user features. Together we create unmatched value in Capital One’s premium offerings.

In addition to leading a top priority technical program for DCI, you will also work to pave the way for an expanding TPM discipline within the team, by leveraging your industry knowledge and experience to teach the organization what a great TPM can achieve.

In this role you will:

  • Lead Strategic Initiatives: Take ownership of executing on a cohesive roadmap across multiple workstreams, in collaboration with Card core and enterprise partners. This includes building platforms and capabilities that interact with Capital One Enterprise systems, establishing and driving testing strategies, building automation and tooling that accelerates delivery while remaining well-managed, and standardizing as we migrate clients to core processing platforms.

  • Partner with Stakeholders: Collaborate closely with technology, product, and business partners to align efforts with Capital One's long-term vision. You will need to be highly influential and strategic to prioritize key initiatives across multiple lines of business.

  • Provide Technical Leadership: Work with our engineering teams and internal customers to deliver on key initiatives. You'll balance strategic thinking with tactical execution to ensure the success of complex programs.

  • Build the TPM Discipline: Beyond your program work, you'll help shape the future of the TPM function within our organization. You'll leverage your industry expertise to demonstrate what a great TPM can achieve and help us build a culture of delivery excellence.

You are:

  • a seasoned technical leader who can navigate ambiguity and drive results. 

  • someone that thrives in a dynamic environment; and 

  • are ready to provide thought leadership that builds engineering and delivery excellence.

If you're passionate about changing banking for good and ready to tackle some of the most challenging technical problems in the industry, we want to hear from you.

Our TPM Directors have:

  • Strong technical backgrounds (ideally building highly scalable platforms, products, or services) with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate technical risks throughout delivery life-cycle

  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills

  • Excellent problem solving and influencing skills

  • A quantitative approach to problem solving and a collaborative implementer to holistic solutions; a systems thinker 

  • Experience as a TPM leader to grow and develop a team of TPMs, while also building the foundations for the TPM practice

  • Ability to simplify the technically complex and drive well-educated decisions across product, engineering, design, and data science representatives

  • Deep focus on execution, follow-through, accountability, and results

  • Exceptional cross-team collaboration; able to work across different functions, organizations, and reporting boundaries to get the job done.

  • Highly tuned emotional intelligence, good listener, and deep seated empathy for teams and partners

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree

  • At least 7 years of experience managing technical programs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience designing and building data-intensive solutions using distributed computing

  • 3+ years of experience in building distributed systems & highly available services using cloud computing services / architecture - preferably using AWS

  • 3+ years experience building highly scalable mobile products & platforms

  • 3+ years of experience with Agile delivery

  • 3+ years years experience delivering large and complex programs - where you own the business or technical vision, collaborate with large cross-functional teams, secure commitments on deliverables and unblock teams to land business impact

  • Experience in building systems & solutions within a highly regulated environment

  • Bachelor's degree in a related technical field (Computer Science, Software Engineering) 

  • MBA or Master’s Degree in a related technical field (Computer Science, Software Engineering) or equivalent experience

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Chicago, IL: $209,500 - $239,100 for Director, Technical Program ManagementMcLean, VA: $230,400 - $263,000 for Director, Technical Program Management


 

New York, NY: $251,400 - $286,900 for Director, Technical Program Management


 

San Francisco, CA: $251,400 - $286,900 for Director, Technical Program Management


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

About Capital One Financial Corporation

Chevy Chase Bank is the greater Washington region's largest locally-owned banking institution providing a complete array of financial products and services to consumers and businesses in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. The Bank, which is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, has approximately 250 branches and over 1,000 ATMs, more than anyone else in the greater Washington market. Chevy Chase Bank currently has over $16 billion in assets and services over 1 million customers. For more information about Chevy Chase Bank, please visit chevychasebank.com.

Capital One Financial Corporation Careers

Join the vibrant team at Capital One Financial Corporation, a leader in the financial services industry, where innovation meets purpose-driven leadership. As one of the most forward-thinking companies in banking, Capital One is the perfect place to jumpstart or advance your career with a myriad of job opportunities in various fields.

Work You’ll Do

At Capital One, we are committed to excellence and setting our team members up for success. By joining our dynamic team, you will engage in meaningful work that makes a real difference. From developing cutting-edge technology to crafting personalized financial solutions, every position at Capital One is geared towards redefining the future of banking.

Innovate and Lead

Capital One is not just a company; it's a hub of innovation and leadership. We empower our professionals to lead with their ideas and see them come to life. Our culture thrives on diversity and the unique perspectives each team member brings. Here, your skills in networking, problem-solving, and leadership will not only be valued but also nurtured through professional development and diversity training.

Grow Your Career

Capital One is deeply invested in the growth and development of its employees. With robust training programs, mentorship, and resources for professional enhancement, we ensure that your career trajectory aligns with your personal and professional goals. Whether it’s rising through the ranks or switching tracks via internal job opportunities, your growth is our priority.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

For those starting their journey, Capital One offers enriching internship programs that provide a glimpse into the culture and work ethic that drives our success. Interns gain hands-on experience, valuable insights, and the opportunity to network with leaders across the company. For seasoned professionals, we offer positions that challenge your expertise while encouraging balance and innovation.

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Learn more about Capital One Financial Corporation
Size
51,500 employees
Market Cap
$34.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.7 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+2.4%
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