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Lead Software Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Australian engineers can work in the U.S. without entering the H-1B lottery, with two-year E-3 periods that renew indefinitely as long as you hold a qualifying offer.
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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 love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Back End Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One 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 Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, 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 professional software engineering experience (Internship experience does not apply)
- At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree
- 9+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js
- 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
- 4+ years of experience in open source frameworks
- 1+ 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
COMPENSATION
- McLean, VA: $229,900 - $262,400 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer
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.
Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.
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.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.
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).
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 love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Back End Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One 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 Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, 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 professional software engineering experience (Internship experience does not apply)
- At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree
- 9+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js
- 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
- 4+ years of experience in open source frameworks
- 1+ 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
COMPENSATION
- McLean, VA: $229,900 - $262,400 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer
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.
Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.
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.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Lead Software Engineer
Align your degree field to the role
E-3 visa requires a degree in a field directly related to software engineering. A computer science, information systems, or software engineering degree is straightforward. A business or unrelated degree, even with years of coding experience, can complicate the Labor Condition Application.
Target employers with active LCA history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to find companies that have previously filed LCAs for software engineering roles. Prior LCA filings indicate the employer understands the E-3 process and has HR infrastructure to support it.
Frame sponsorship as a straightforward employer ask
Lead Software Engineer roles typically pay well above DOL prevailing wage thresholds, which removes one of the two main employer concerns. Clarify upfront that E-3 sponsorship requires no lottery, no PERM labor certification, and no cap slot from USCIS.
Negotiate filing costs into your offer package
The LCA and visa application fees are modest, but your offer letter should confirm the employer covers them. Raise this during the offer stage, not after signing. Most companies experienced with professional visa sponsorship treat this as standard practice.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have a written offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork from start to consulate appointment. This avoids the delays that come from employers unfamiliar with the DOL certification timeline.
Prepare your credential documents before outreach begins
Have certified copies of your Australian degree transcripts, a CV formatted to U.S. resume standards, and any professional certifications ready before you start applying. Hiring teams at lead-level roles move quickly, and document gaps delay the sponsorship conversation.
E-3 Visa Lead Software Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Lead Software Engineer jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Lead Software Engineer roles from employers with E-3 and H-1B sponsorship history, so you're not applying blind to companies that have never navigated the process. Filtering by sponsorship type saves time and targets the employers most likely to move forward with an Australian candidate.
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 a Lead Software Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Lead Software Engineer positions require a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, and USCIS consistently treats software engineering roles as specialty occupations when the job requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Your offer letter should describe the role's degree requirement explicitly to support the LCA filing.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Lead Software Engineer roles?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no numerical cap that affects availability year-round. H-1B petitions for most employers enter a randomized lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate, and unselected candidates must wait until the next fiscal year. For Australian software engineers, the E-3 means a confirmed offer can move to a visa appointment on a predictable timeline without lottery risk.
Can I change employers or take on a staff augmentation contract on an E-3?
You can change employers, but each new role requires a fresh LCA and a new visa stamp or change of status filing. Contract or third-party staffing arrangements add complexity because the LCA employer must be your direct worksite employer of record. If you're placed at a client site through a staffing agency, both the agency and end client details may need to be reflected in the LCA.