161 Bay Street (93021), Canada, Toronto,Toronto, Ontario,
Senior Staff Software Engineer - Capital One Travel Tech - Full-stack
About the TeamIf you're looking for challenging work with real impact, a team that cares deeply about the code they ship, and a product that real people use when they're planning their next trip - come build the next generation of the travel portal with us.
From the moment a traveler starts planning a trip, to browsing options, comparing rates, and finally hitting that booking button - your code is there for all of it. You're not working on one small corner of the product. You're touching the whole journey.
We are solving real customer problems: we need all hotels at the right price with accurate information, and we need to make sure the portal is the best place to book your travel.
About the RoleAs 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. 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.
Your 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)
Preferred Qualifications- 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)
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 discover that Capital One is committed to helping you live your best life.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
The expected annual salary range for this position is $184,000 - $210,000.This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.
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