Senior Software Engineer

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Software Engineer

In this role, you will:

• Lead moderately complex initiatives and deliverables within technical domain environments
• Contribute to large scale planning of strategies
• Design, code, test, debug, and document for projects and programs associated with technology domain, including upgrades and deployments
• Review moderately complex technical challenges that require an in-depth evaluation of technologies and procedures
• Resolve moderately complex issues and lead a team to meet existing client needs or potential new clients needs while leveraging solid understanding of the function, policies, procedures, or compliance requirements
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and mid-level managers to resolve technical challenges and achieve goals
• Lead projects and act as an escalation point, provide guidance and direction to less experienced staff

Desired Qualifications:

• Approximately 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering or application development
• Experience working with Java, Kafka, Python programming languages or frameworks relevant to the team’s technology stack
• Demonstrated interest in applying AI‑assisted development practices to improve productivity and code quality
• Exposure to AI‑powered engineering tools (e.g., code assistants, test generation tools, documentation helpers, or internal AI platforms)
• Good understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery practices
• Familiarity with AI and source control tools and standard development workflows
• Exposure to deployment, upgrade, or environment support activities
• Foundational knowledge of databases, APIs, or system integrations
• Awareness of security, risk, data privacy, and compliance expectations, including responsible use of AI tools
• Ability to troubleshoot straightforward technical issues using documentation, AI‑assisted insights, and team guidance
• Willingness to continuously learn emerging technologies, including AI capabilities relevant to the technology domain
• Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with team members and internal partners

Job Expectations:

• Participate in low‑complexity to moderately complex technology initiatives, including development, upgrades, and deployments
• Design, code, test, debug, and document solutions with guidance from senior team members, leveraging approved AI tools where appropriate
• Apply an AI‑first mindset by using AI tools to assist with code generation, reviews, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation while adhering to enterprise guidelines
• Follow established engineering standards, patterns, and best practices, including responsible AI and data usage policies
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve service quality, stability, availability, and developer efficiency
• Investigate and resolve common technical issues, using both traditional debugging techniques and AI‑assisted analysis, escalating when needed to meet SLAs
• Apply prescribed security, compliance, and risk controls in development and support activities, including proper handling of sensitive data when using AI tools
• Participate in code reviews and design discussions as an active contributor and learner
• Build foundational understanding of the assigned technology domain, business context, and AI use cases within the organization
• Communicate status, questions, and issues clearly to technology peers and stakeholders
• Demonstrate steady growth in technical skills, confidence, and responsible AI usage

Posting End Date: 

*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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

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