Wells Fargo

Lead Cloud Software Engineer

Wells Fargo$119K — $206K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Software Engineering experience or equivalent
  • Advanced knowledge of Git SCM, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines
  • Proficient knowledge of Linux, networking, and security fundamentals
  • Experience with observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack
  • 3 years designing solutions for GCP or Azure, preferred experience with AWS
  • 2 years of experience with Kubernetes and containerization processes

Responsibilities

  • Assist in migrating on-premises applications to cloud environments
  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) patterns
  • Train, coach, and support development teams in cloud practices
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Cyber, CTO, and EDO teams
  • Identify and implement improvements for efficiency and security

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance and additional coverage options
  • Parental leave and caregiving leave
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement and scholarships for dependents
  • Adoption reimbursement
Full Job Description

About this role:

The Public Cloud enablement team accelerates cloud adoption by providing SME consulting and support services including designing, building, and optimizing cloud infrastructure. The team also creates tools, training, documentation, and best practices to empower developers to build and deploy cloud native applications effectively and efficiently. We reinforce the you build it, you run it methodology through standardization and federation of knowledge, tooling, and job aids. This role is ideal for a coder who understands the toil of infrastructure and is passionate about removing barriers with automation for fellow engineers.

As an engineer on the team, you will perform a variety of tasks daily, not only assisting in the design of solutions, but also resolving issues along the way. You may be the primary engineer on a project or supporting a Principal Engineer on a portfolio of solutions. You must be self-directed, comfortable driving solutions without clear requirements and have a developer-first mindset.


In this role, you will:

  • Solution delivery - Assist in migrating on-premises applications and infrastructure to cloud environments from initial discovery through post production warranty

  • Curation of assets - Develop and maintain IaC patterns, customized container images, reusable automation scripts, and pipeline templates
  • Coaching - Cloud CoE approach is to train, coach, and support development teams
  • Cross-functional collaboration – Lieson between EFT teams and core services teams such as Cyber, CTO, and EDO
  • Continuous Improvement – identify and solve for efficiency, security, and risk reduction in existing process, integrate existing enterprise process and tooling with assets

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

  • Advanced knowledge of Git SCM, Terraform including module development and testing, CI/CD pipelines, HashiCorp suite
  • Proficient knowledge of Linux, networking, and security fundamental
  • Proficient knowledge of observability tooling (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack)
  • Any CNCF certification preferred
  • 3 yrs experience designing application solutions for either/or GCP, Azure preferred followed by AWS, including establishing customer tenancy.
  • 2 yrs experience containerizing solutions for Kubernetes based services, helm charts, Kustomize, service mesh, GITOPS, docker and/or podman


Job Expectations:

  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

  • Ability to work on-site at approved location listed.

  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$119,000.00 - $206,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

7 Jul 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo Careers

Joining Wells Fargo means becoming part of a distinguished financial institution that has been a cornerstone of innovation and leadership in the banking industry. At Wells Fargo, we offer a plethora of job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Wells Fargo, you will be part of a team that values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive innovation and lead with integrity. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their professional growth through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are recognized industry-wide.

Explore a Multitude of Career Paths

Whether you're interested in a position in finance, IT, customer service, or management, Wells Fargo has career opportunities in various fields. Our team members benefit from job stability, competitive benefits, and a culture that values and rewards performance and dedication.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a Wells Fargo internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry exposure, professional skills development, and networking opportunities that often lead to full-time employment offers. Interns at Wells Fargo work on real projects, solve actual challenges, and gain the mentorship of seasoned professionals.

Professional Growth and Development

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees. Wells Fargo offers robust training programs and resources to help every team member excel in their current roles and prepare for future challenges. Growth at Wells Fargo is not just about climbing the career ladder but expanding your skills and expertise to add value to our team and customers.

Benefits and Rewards

Wells Fargo is committed to the well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide unique perks like employee discounts, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

Join Our Team

Discover the opportunities waiting for you at Wells Fargo by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who bring creativity, passion, and a drive to serve our customers.

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Networking and Innovation

At Wells Fargo, networking and innovation go hand in hand. We encourage our employees to connect across departments and roles to foster new ideas and strategies that lead to groundbreaking solutions.

Empower Your Career

Step into a role at Wells Fargo where your skills will be honed, your achievements recognized, and your career can flourish. We're not just filling positions; we're building leaders who are equipped to navigate the complexities of the financial world. Join Wells Fargo today and be part of a team that’s redefining the future of banking.
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