Lead Software Engineer – Activities and Balances

Wells Fargo

. Lead complex technology initiatives with companywide impact .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $119,000 - $206,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Software Engineering with a focus on full stack Java development, API and microservices design, and cloud-native architectures. Proven leadership in managing technology initiatives and mentoring teams while ensuring high-quality software delivery.

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Full Stack Java DevelopmentAPI and Microservices DesignCloud-Native ArchitecturesLeadership and Team MentorshipCI/CD Pipelines

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringRESTful ServicesSpring BootKubernetesAI Software Development ToolsCode ReviewsSoftware ArchitectureApplication Security PracticesGitHub WorkflowsVisual Studio Code

Soft Skills

CollaborationDecision-MakingMentorship

Tools & Technologies

OpenShiftSonarQube

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesTrading SystemsMarket DataFIX-Based Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudJavaKubernetesMicroservicesOpenShiftSpringSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead complex technology initiatives with companywide impact
Develop standards and companywide best practices for engineering complex, large-scale technology solutions
Design, code, test, debug, and document projects and programs
Review and analyze complex, large-scale technology solutions against business objectives, enterprise technology environments, and technical challenges
Make decisions on engineering and technology solutions and influence technology teams to meet deliverables and drive initiatives
Collaborate with technical experts, senior technology teams, and external industry groups to resolve complex technical issues
Lead projects and teams and serve as a peer mentor
Support product development and delivery for the Holdings, Activities and Balances product, a WIM technology initiative

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of work experience, training, military experience, or education
3+ years of financial services experience
5+ years of hands-on software development experience with full stack Java
3+ years of experience designing, building, and supporting APIs and microservices
3+ years of experience building RESTful services using Spring Boot
2+ years of experience with cloud-native architectures, including container platforms such as Kubernetes
1+ years working with AI software development tools, including GitHub, Co-Pilot, and Agents
1+ years of leadership experience, including running a scrum team and team mentorship
Experience supporting trading, market data, or FIX-based systems
OpenShift cloud experience
Experience conducting code reviews, ensuring code quality, and supporting production readiness
Working knowledge of software architecture and solution design principles
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, GitHub-based workflows, and modern developer tooling such as Visual Studio Code
Knowledge of application security practices, including identifying and addressing vulnerabilities using tools like SonarQube
Ability to work onsite at one of the posted locations
Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Incentive opportunities may be available