Wells Fargo

Lead Java Payments Engineer

Wells Fargo$119K — $224K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent including training or education
  • 5+ years of experience with Java application development
  • 3+ years of experience in Spring Boot
  • 3+ years of experience in database technologies (Oracle or MongoDB)
  • 2+ years of experience in Kafka
  • 2+ years of experience in Microservices or SOA with Rest API
  • 2+ years of experience in Cloud Implementation (Azure, Kubernetes, Google, or PCF)
  • 2+ years of experience in Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban)

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex, companywide technology initiatives
  • Develop companywide standards and best practices for technology engineering
  • Design, code, test, debug, and document software projects
  • Analyze large-scale technology solutions for tactical and strategic objectives
  • Establish standard best practices for technology solutions and influence technology teams
  • Collaborate with senior technology experts and external groups to solve complex issues
  • Mentor peers and lead project teams

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance and critical illness insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits
  • Adoption reimbursement
Full Job Description

In this role, you will:

  • Lead complex technology initiatives including those that are companywide with broad impact

  • Act as a key participant in developing standards and companywide best practices for engineering complex and large-scale technology solutions for technology engineering disciplines

  • Design, code, test, debug, and document for projects and programs

  • Review and analyze complex, large-scale technology solutions for tactical and strategic business objectives, enterprise technological environment, and technical challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors, including intangibles or unprecedented technical factors

  • Make decisions in developing standard and companywide best practices for engineering and technology solutions requiring understanding of industry best practices and new technologies, influencing and leading technology team to meet deliverables and drive new initiatives

  • Collaborate and consult with key technical experts, senior technology team, and external industry groups to resolve complex technical issues and achieve goals

  • Lead projects, teams, or serve as a peer mentor


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

  • 5+ years of experience with Java application development

  • 3+ years of experience in Spring Boot

  • 3+ years of experience in database technologies such as Oracle or MongoDB

  • 2 +years of experience in Kafka

  • 2+ years of experience in Microservices or SOA with Rest API

  • 2+ years' experience with API Gateway and Containerization

  • 2+ years of experience in Cloud Implementation (Azure, Kubernetes, Google or PCF)

  • 2+ years of experience in Agile working environment such as Scrum or Kanban

Desired Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience in Business Process Orchestration

  • Knowledge of stored procedures using Oracle

  • Experience with Front End development using Angular of ReactJS

  • Experience with Oracle Service Bus

  • Strong Design experience in Design Patterns, Domain Driven Design, and Event-based integration

  • Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and products

  • Experience leading and coaching Junior Staff

  • Experience in building relationships with stakeholders and senior management

  • Experience working with Wholesale Payments

Job Expectations:

  • Be willing to work non-standard business hours on an on-call basis in a 24x7 environment

  • This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule

  • Must be able to work on-site at the listed location

  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Job Location:

  • 300 S Brevard St. Charlotte, NC 28202

  • 194 Wood Avenue S, Iselin, NJ 08830

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 - $224,000.00

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:

30 Jun 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.

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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.

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