Software Engineer

About The Company
Capital One Canada has established itself as a leading financial institution dedicated to transforming the banking experience for its customers. With over 20 years of industry presence, the company focuses on making credit accessible, simple, intuitive, and rewarding. Its mission is rooted in fostering meaningful relationships by delivering innovative financial solutions that empower Canadians to succeed with credit. Capital One Canada values diversity, inclusion, and a customer-centric approach, striving to create a positive impact on the communities it serves.
About The Role
The Staff Software Engineer - Capital One Travel - Android is a senior-level individual contributor role that emphasizes advanced hands-on software development, technical design, and architecture. This position does not involve direct reports but requires a deep expertise in Android development, particularly with Kotlin and modern UI frameworks such as SwiftUI. The role involves spearheading the development of innovative features for the Capital One Travel application, ensuring high performance, security, and an engaging user experience. The engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI designers, product owners, and other developers, to deliver seamless travel booking solutions that align with the company's strategic objectives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence the future of mobile travel experiences within a dynamic, digital-first environment.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of six years of hands-on experience in native Android application development is required, along with substantial expertise in application architecture and data design. Proficiency in Kotlin is essential, with at least four years of experience using the language in production environments. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have experience mentoring junior team members and providing guidance to stakeholders on technical matters. A strong understanding of modern development practices, including agile methodologies, is also necessary. Preferred qualifications include over eight years of full software development lifecycle experience, familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, and a background in open-source frameworks and microservices architecture.
Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development of iOS features, leveraging SwiftUI and reactive programming paradigms, to meet Capital One Travel objectives while following best practices and design standards.
• Collaborate with fellow software engineers, UX/UI teams, and product owners to deliver high-quality, engaging, and purposeful user experiences.
• Participate actively in all agile ceremonies, ensuring timely delivery of commitments and maintaining high standards of code quality.
• Advocate for mobile platform excellence through engagement with internal and external developer communities.
• Stay current with the latest mobile development technologies, including Swift, Kotlin, third-party libraries, and emerging trends.
• Contribute to group discussions, influence technical decisions, and incorporate feedback effectively.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Engage with developers across disciplines such as Android, iOS, APIs, and Web to ensure cohesive platform development.
• Lead the delivery of major components and platform needs in partnership with senior engineers and architects.
• Share best practices, improve development processes, and streamline workflows within and across teams.
• Identify technical challenges early, propose creative solutions, and oversee their implementation.
• Review pull requests to ensure adherence to coding standards, language idioms, and best practices.

Benefits
Capital One Canada offers a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support the physical, financial, and emotional well-being of its employees. The company provides a hybrid work environment, with three days in the office and the option to work from home, supported by a one-time Work From Home allowance. Employees have access to full health coverage, including mental health support with up to $3,000 in coverage and tuition subsidies of up to $5,000 annually. The organization promotes a healthy work-life balance through various health and fitness discounts, professional development programs, and wellness initiatives. Additionally, employees benefit from a conveniently located head office near Union Station, fostering a collaborative and engaging workplace culture.
Equal Opportunity
Capital One Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. The company considers all qualified applicants and provides reasonable accommodations to meet individual needs. They believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and better outcomes, and they actively promote an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. If you require accommodations during the application process, you are encouraged to contact Capital One Recruiting via phone or email. The organization upholds a policy of equal opportunity employment and is dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities it serves.