Wells Fargo

Lead Software Engineer

Wells Fargo$120K — $150K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in Software Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years proficiency in Python, JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery, Angular/React
  • 3+ years with microservices, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • 3+ years experience in Data Science and Data Analysis techniques
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain coding standards and best practices
  • Make informed decisions on technologies and programming frameworks
  • Lead architectural and implementation decisions
  • Mentor and coach junior team members
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment
  • Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback
  • Identify and address technical blockers and system improvements

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule
Full Job Description
About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer. You will be part of Infrastructure & Operations (I&O) Automation (L3 Product) within Infrastructure Technology Services Operations (ITSO). This critical position will be responsible to own, lead, and drive technical strategy and implementations multiple Ai, ML initiatives within the I&O Automation space.

In this role, you will:
  • Establishing and maintaining coding standards and best practices
  • Making informed decisions about technologies, programming languages, and frameworks to use
  • Lead and influence the architectural and implementation decisions.
  • Strong communication skills to foster effective communication at all levels
  • Leading, mentoring and coaching junior members of the team
  • Fostering a collaborative and innovative environment
  • Conduct regular code reviews and provide constructive feedback
  • Assisting with task planning estimations (actively participate in Planning and grooming sessions)
  • Writing, reviewing, and optimizing code keeping in mind risk/compliance & NFR facets
  • Oversee design, development, testing and deployment of software
  • Proactively identifying and addressing technical blockers and system improvements
  • Staying current with emerging technologies and best practices to drive innovation


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
  • 3+ years of experience with Python, Java Script, AJAX, jQuery, Angular/React
  • 3+ years of experience with microservice based distributed architecture, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure & GCP), and infrastructure-as-code
  • 3+ years of experience with Data Science and Analysis: Ability to process, clean and analyze data using statistical techniques to derive actionable insights. Knowledge of data processing tools like Hadoop, Spark


Desired Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
  • Ability to deal in solving complex problems with ambiguous requirements, spot emerging tech trends and drive Proof of concepts or pilot solutions
  • Well versed in Agile development strategies and ceremonies, Test Driven Development & DevOps practices
  • Experience in leveraging Rest/SOAP Web-APIs for integrations
  • Experience in using enterprise-wide tooling for CICD: Harness, Jenkins
  • Expertise in enterprise tools like: Ansible & observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog), Incident Management tools like Service Now
  • Self-motivated with genuine curiosity to stay ahead of the curve by engaging in continuous learning through courses, certifications, and research papers


Job Expectations:
  • This position has a hybrid work schedule
  • This position does not offer Visa sponsorship


Posting End Date:

17 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.

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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246,577 employees
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$155.2 billion
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$3.3 billion
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1852
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