Wells Fargo

Technology Director Cloud Engineering

Wells Fargo$215K — $355K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of strategic leadership in technology
  • 8+ years of cloud engineering experience across multiple providers
  • 4+ years in a management or leadership role
  • 4+ years managing cloud engineering teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing team in cloud engineering
  • Define and execute the cloud engineering strategy aligned with business objectives
  • Deliver enterprise cloud services across AWS, Azure, and GCP
  • Drive technology decisions ensuring scalable and secure cloud solutions
  • Champion engineering excellence through modern practices and innovation
  • Oversee the performance and resilience of cloud platforms
  • Manage technology investments and resource allocation

Benefits

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

Wells Fargo is seeking a Technology Director for Cloud Engineering. 

The Technology Director, Cloud Engineering is responsible for defining and executing the organization's cloud strategy while leading cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, DevOps, and automation initiatives. This role drives the design and operation of secure, scalable, resilient, and cost-effective cloud platforms that enable application teams to deliver business value rapidly and safely. The position typically partners with Architecture, Security, Product Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Executive Leadership.


In this role, you will:

  • Lead and develop a high-performing team of engineering managers, engineering leads, and cloud engineers
  • Define and execute the cloud engineering strategy, aligning priorities with enterprise and business objectives
  • Deliver enterprise cloud services across AWS, Azure, and GCP that enable data, analytics, modeling, and digital transformation initiatives
  • Drive key technology decisions in partnership with Architecture, Security, and Risk teams to ensure scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions
  • Champion engineering excellence through modern software development practices, automation, innovation, and continuous improvement
  • Oversee the security, availability, performance, resilience, and scalability of cloud platforms and services
  • Lead global Agile software development teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet customer and business expectations
  • Establish strong partnerships with technology, security, observability, and risk stakeholders to ensure successful delivery and operational outcomes
  • Manage technology investments, resource allocation, and cloud financial governance to maximize business value
  • Build and execute talent strategies that attract, develop, and retain top engineering talent while fostering a culture of growth and accountability


Required Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of Technology Strategic Leadership experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
  • 8+ years of direct cloud engineering experience across multiple cloud providers
  • 4+ years of management or leadership experience
  • 4+ years managing cloud engineering teams


Desired Qualifications:

  • 4+ years leading Cloud Data and Analytics and Delivery of key capabilities in large scale enterprises
  • 8+ years of direct cyber security experience in the areas of access management, cloud policy, data encryption, network security, threat identification and management, and data loss prevention to include AI prompt protection with such capabilities as Model Armor
  • Technology Infrastructure leadership and change management experience in large banks or equivalent large scale, highly regulated companies
  • Deep expertise with AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform
  • Experience leading platform engineering, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), or infrastructure organizations
  • Strong knowledge of cloud security, networking, automation, observability, and Infrastructure as Code
  • Experience managing large-scale cloud migrations and modernization programs
  • Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives
  • Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, GitLab, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar DevOps toolsets
  • Experience implementing FinOps practices and cloud governance frameworks


Job Expectations:

  • This position is not available for visa sponsorship
  • This position offers a hybrid schedule

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.

$215,000.00 - $355,000.00

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 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.

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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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