Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Lead Software Development Engineer - Developer Experience Job Title: Lead Software Engineer - Developer Experience Location: Nottingham - Hybrid Working Pattern: 3 days in-office (Tuesday-Thursday) and 2 days remote. Our Mission We’re on a mission to be a force for good in lending. Throughout our almost 30-year history, we’ve consistently been recognised as a great place to work; in 2026, Capital One was officially ranked 9th in the UK’s Best Workplaces™ list. Hear from our team about what it’s like working at Capital One UK. You and the Role In this role, you aren't just writing code or managing infrastructure; you are a force-multiplier for our engineering teams. You will sit at the intersection of software engineering and community advocacy, gathering feedback from our UK Tech organisation and sharing good engineering practices across the business. You’ll be joining a passionate and diverse team on a mission to reduce engineering frustration and accelerate software delivery. We are primarily looking for excellent problem solvers with a strong willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies. Java, TypeScript or Python using strong programming skills in one or more languages to deliver core engineering features. AWS or alternative cloud platforms, to enhance our deployment and validation mechanisms. CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code, continuing the support, maintenance, and development of our core systems. And Meet Most Of The Following You are a great communicator who operates as a Developer Advocate, willing to get involved, talk to our customers, share ideas, teach, and lead amongst peers. You enjoy acting as a technical leader in the team, driving the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects. You want to build relationships and influence platform-owning teams to support prioritisation and inner-sourcing opportunities with US teams. You really care about making a difference to each and every developer’s experience, operating beyond the IDE to find the right solutions to problems. You bring an analytical mindset with a clear focus on delivering value for both the organisation and our customers, and you are a stickler for efficiency and effectiveness. You enjoy hybrid working, with Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in our bright offices. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our Nottingham office. We embrace a hybrid approach to work. You'll spend three days a week in the office (Tuesday-Thursday), with Monday and Friday being dedicated work-from-home days. Our offices are designed to inspire and support you. At our Nottingham head office, you'll find an on-site gym, restaurant and dedicated Learning Loft. What’s In It For You We invest in the growth of our people alongside our business. You will have extensive opportunities to learn and develop your career, including access to up to £5,000 in funding for external qualifications. We also love continuous learning, which is why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting-edge, innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future. Benefits Wealth
Lead Software Development Engineer - Developer Experience in Nottingham employer: Capital One Group
At Capital One UK, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic hybrid work environment in Nottingham that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous learning opportunities and mentorship, while our inclusive culture ensures that every voice is heard and valued. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that embraces cutting-edge technology and drives impactful change in the financial sector.
