Wells Fargo

Software Engineering Senior Manager

Wells Fargo$159K — $305K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of Software Engineering experience or equivalent
  • 3+ years of management or leadership experience
  • Familiarity with Enterprise Cloud Platforms (Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud)
  • Experience driving AI adoption across teams
  • Strong understanding of compliance risk and technology solutions

Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of engineering leaders
  • Deliver outcomes aligned to enterprise strategic goals
  • Build support for strategies with business and technology leaders
  • Guide the creation of actionable roadmaps
  • Identify improvement opportunities in software engineering practices
  • Oversee software security, availability, and scalability
  • Develop hiring strategies for engineering talent

Benefits

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

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a. Technology Director to join the Enterprise Functions Technology (EFT) Group. The Enterprise Functions Technology (EFT) group provides technology solutions and support for Risk, Audit, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Corporate Properties, and Stakeholder Relations business lines. In addition, EFT provides unique technology solutions and innovation for Wells Fargo Technology, Enterprise Shared Services, and Enterprise Data Management. This combined portfolio of applications and tools are purpose built to meet the challenges of stability, security, scalability, and speed.

This role is responsible for managing Compliance Risk Technology, including portions of Employee Compliance,  and operating support across the firm. The leader brings expertise in the risk management domain and regulatory expectations while designing and implementing technology solutions that automate and simplify compliance workflows. The role focuses on modernizing the operating environment to reduce cost, increase automation, and strengthen ongoing regulatory compliance. The position regularly engages with executive leadership, proposing credible, domain‑informed technical strategies, and oversees delivery through a large-scale engineering organization.

In this role, you will:

  • Manage a team of engineering leads

  • Focus on delivering commitments aligned to enterprise strategic priorities

  • Build support for strategies with business and technology leaders

  • Guide development of actionable roadmaps and plans

  • Identify opportunities and strategies for continuous improvement of software engineering practices

  • Provide oversight to software craftsmanship, security, availability, resilience, and scalability of solutions developed by the teams or third party providers

  • Identify financial management and strategic resourcing

  • Develop strategies for hiring engineering talent

  • Lead implementation of projects and encourage engineering innovation

  • Collaborate and influence all levels of professionals including more experienced managers

  • Lead team to achieve objectives

  • Develop and guide a culture of talent development to meet business objectives and strategy

Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ 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 management or leadership experience

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with Enterprise Cloud Platforms (Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud)

  • Experience in driving AI adoption across technology teams and business partners

Job Expectations:

  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule.

  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position

  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Iselin, NJ Pay Range: $159,000 - $206,000 - $254,000

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.

$159,000.00 - $305,000.00

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:

6 Aug 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.

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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.

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.

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