Leads software engineering initiatives for customer account servicing, designing, developing, testing, and deploying scalable microservices and responsive applications. Builds solutions using Java, Spring Boot, React, and TypeScript; develops RESTful and GraphQL APIs; participates throughout the SDLC; evaluates complex architectures; establishes engineering standards; mentors junior engineers; and applies technologies including cloud platforms, event streaming, caching, observability, DevOps, and generative AI.
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer within the Consumer Technology (CT) organization- providing technology solutions to the LOBs and manage the application portfolios through the enablers of skills, stability, security, scalability, speed, and success. Learn more about the career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com.
The Lead Software Engineer will serve as a key technical contributor for Customer Account Servicing (CAS) team. This role is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying software solutions, while actively participating in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, solution design, development, testing, and architectural planning. The LSE will leverage modern technologies, including Generative AI and integration tools, to deliver scalable and innovative solutions.
In this role, you will:
Required Qualifications:
Desired Qualifications:
Job Expectations:
Location:
3075 Loyalty Cir., Columbus, OH
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 - $187,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
Posting End Date:
22 Oct 2026
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer within the Consumer Technology (CT) organization- providing technology solutions to the LOBs and manage the application portfolios through the enablers of skills, stability, security, scalability, speed, and success. Learn more about the career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com.
The Lead Software Engineer will serve as a key technical contributor for Customer Account Servicing (CAS) team. This role is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying software solutions, while actively participating in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, solution design, development, testing, and architectural planning. The LSE will leverage modern technologies, including Generative AI and integration tools, to deliver scalable and innovative solutions.
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 and develop scalable, resilient microservices using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot
- Build and enhance responsive, high-performing UI applications using React and TypeScript
- 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
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering engineering excellence and best practices
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
- 4+ years of experience with Java and Spring/Spring Boot for building scalable microservices
- 4+ years of experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React and TypeScript
- 3+ years of experience with API design and development (RESTful and GraphQL)
- 2+ years of experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
Desired Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience with version control systems such as Git
- 2+ years experience with event streaming platforms such as Kafka
- 2+ years experience with caching technologies such as Redis
- 1+ year of experience with AI/ML concepts, including:Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
- Deep expertise in microservices architecture and distributed systems design
- Strong understanding of frontend-backend integration patterns using API-driven architecture
- Experience working in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Knowledge of observability practices, including logging, monitoring, and tracing
- Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools such as:
Jenkins, Harness, Artifactory, SonarQube, Checkmarx, Black Duck, Splunk
Job Expectations:
- Position will require onsite presence at one of the available locations listed below.
- This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future
- This role is not eligible for relocation assistance
Location:
3075 Loyalty Cir., Columbus, OH
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 - $187,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs 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:
22 Oct 2026
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
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