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Engineering Senior Manager roles qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations, making Australian professionals eligible for employer-sponsored work visas without entering a lottery. E-3 sponsorship covers senior engineering leadership positions requiring a bachelor's degree or higher, and the visa renews indefinitely in two-year increments so long as you hold a qualifying role.
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INTRODUCTION
Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Full Stack Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Sr. Manager Software Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices, and full stack systems to create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company
Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal & external technology communities, mentoring other members of the engineering community, and from time to time, be asked to code or evaluate code
Collaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment
Utilize programming languages like JavaScript, Java, HTML/CSS, TypeScript, SQL, Python, and Go, Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree
At least 6 years of experience in software engineering (Internship experience does not apply)
At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
At least 4 years of people management experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree
9+ years of experience in at least one of the following: JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, or Go
3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Microsoft Azure, or another cloud service
4+ years of experience in open source frameworks
7+ years of people management experience
2+ years of experience in Agile practices
* Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion
Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.
COMPENSATION
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.
McLean, VA: $229,900 - $262,400 for Sr. Mgr, Software Engineering
New York, NY: $250,800 - $286,200 for Sr. Mgr, Software Engineering
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.
No agencies please. 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 for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.
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For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com
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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).
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Frame your Australian credentials for U.S. equivalency
A three-year Australian engineering bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 purposes. Get a credential evaluation from NACES before your job search so employers can confirm specialty occupation requirements are met without delay.
Target engineering orgs with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's Labor Condition Application disclosure data to identify companies that have filed LCAs for senior engineering leadership titles. Employers with prior LCA history understand the process and are less likely to stall your offer over unfamiliar sponsorship requirements.
Clarify the E-3 advantage early in salary negotiations
E-3 sponsorship requires your employer to certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for senior engineering managers. Raise this early so compensation discussions are anchored correctly and neither side is surprised by wage requirements once the LCA is filed.
Confirm your role meets specialty occupation criteria
USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. For senior engineering managers, the engineering discipline must align with your degree. Generic management duties alone won't qualify without a clear technical and educational connection.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after your offer
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. Most senior engineering managers can move from offer to consulate appointment within a few weeks without needing a separate immigration attorney.
Prepare for consulate scrutiny of management vs. technical scope
Consular officers sometimes question whether senior manager titles involve genuine specialty occupation work. Bring documentation showing the technical engineering component of your role, including reporting structure, project scope, and how your degree field directly applies to your day-to-day responsibilities.
E-3 Visa Engineering Senior Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Engineering Senior Manager jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for Australian professionals searching for Engineering Senior Manager roles that include E-3 visa sponsorship. The platform surfaces roles where employers have demonstrated sponsorship willingness, so you're not cold-approaching companies unfamiliar with the E-3 process. Filtering by role and visa type saves significant time compared to general job searches.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Engineering Senior Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation under the E-3 visa?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific engineering discipline and your duties are primarily technical or engineering-led rather than purely administrative. USCIS and the DOL both assess whether the role normally requires a specialized degree. Senior manager titles with broad general management duties and no clear engineering component can be more difficult to certify, so your job description matters.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Engineering Senior Manager roles?
The E-3 has no annual lottery, which means Australian engineering senior managers can apply any time a role is available rather than waiting for the April H-1B visa registration window. The E-3 also renews indefinitely in two-year periods without re-entering a random selection process. H-1B applicants face a roughly 25% selection rate under the current lottery, creating significant uncertainty for senior engineering hires that the E-3 avoids entirely.
What documentation should I prepare for an E-3 application at a senior engineering management level?
You'll need your Australian passport, a certified DOL Labor Condition Application from your employer, and evidence that your degree aligns with the engineering discipline the role requires. For senior manager positions, also prepare a detailed job description showing the technical engineering scope of your work, your academic transcripts, and any credential evaluation confirming your Australian degree meets U.S. equivalency standards.