Solution Architect

Senior Manager Solution Architect (AWS, AI)

Capital One is hiring a skilled Solutions Architect to join the Card Partnerships segment of Card Tech. The Card Tech team defines, engineers, and manages technology solutions for Capital One’s domestic Credit Card business, powering a portfolio of systems and products used daily by millions of customers. The Card Partnerships business segment focuses on providing Co‑Branded and Private Label Credit Cards for a number of leading companies across several industries.

• Lead solutions architecture design for multi‑platform/cross‑platform solutions.
• Lead trade‑off and impact analysis work for hard‑to‑change technical decisions and manage technical conflict.
• Demonstrate thought leadership and strategy in partnership with delivery and product partners.
• Explain and represent solutions in Architecture Review Boards and other product, platform, and architecture discussions.
• Present work products and strategies to product managers, technology leadership across Capital One.
• Act as the primary architecture point of contact for other architecture teams and delivery teams for solutions and systems.
• Continuously learn as technology needs evolve.

• Effectively communicate and build relationships to interact, inform, influence, and communicate with key stakeholders at all levels across the company.
• Exhibit mastery of facilitation and influence across teams, departments, and divisions.
• Enjoy collaboration, debate, and learning that comes from working with a team of passionate technologists.
• See the impact of near‑term and long‑term choices and be great at explaining it.
• Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask while shifting context and priorities.
• Have a proven track record for leading and enabling technology, architecture, and software engineering activities at enterprise scale.
• Be self‑motivated and display an unwavering responsibility to deliver high‑quality results and commitments.
• Possess a keen attention to detail and a passion for Architecture, Software Engineering, Technology, and Customer Experience.
• Have an intellectual curiosity and interest to maintain and acquire new business, technology, and architecture skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• At least 6 years of experience ಕರ in Software Engineering.
At least 3 years of experience in Solution Architecture across multiple domains.
• At least 3 years of experience in Data Architecture.
• At least 2 years of experience creating solutions architectures in AWS.
• At least 2 years of experience creating proofs‑of‑concept.
• At least 1 year of experience implementing AI or AI‑enabled solutions.

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology.
• 10+ years of experience in Software Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience as a Solutions Architect in large/complex organizations.
• 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.
• 3+ years of experience with AWS concepts and implementations.
• Experience 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 organization with required technical depth and breadth.
• AWS or equivalent certifications (Solution Architect‑Associate/Professional, GCP or Azure).

• McLean, VA: $229,900 – $262,400
• Richmond, VA: $209,000 – $238,500

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

Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries.