About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking an individual to lead our Data Center Critical Systems Engineering function, joining the Data Center Hosting Services leadership team focused on delivering consistently across the portfolio and driving the evolution, operation, and governance/oversight of Wells Fargo's mission-critical environments.
The Data Center Critical Systems Engineering Manager will be responsible for growing and leading an engineering team of 35+ infrastructure engineering professionals focused on the delivery of engineering solutions, applying design quality controls, and providing engineering oversight of major critical systems initiatives. As a subject matter expert, you will be responsible for establishing and enforcing engineering standards, solving large scale implementation and capacity issues, direct ownership and oversight of data center construction/critical systems buildouts, and building strong relationships with aligned technology teams and real estate partners.
In this role, you will:
Manage a team of engineering managers and engineering leads
Lead implementation of projects and encourage engineering innovation
Lead an engineering organization focused on critical technology environments, driving research, development, and piloting of new data center technologies to align with consumer needs
Lead strategic design and execution to enable Data Center Hosting Services to be the "private cloud provider of choice" for the firm
Grow a Data Center Integration Engineering function responsible for qualifying next-generation technology infrastructure solutions, defining implementation guidelines, and optimizing service delivery processes
Develop a group of Principal Engineers in strategy, design, and operation of critical systems infrastructure across mechanical, electrical, and structured cabling disciplines
Provide holistic Capacity Management of essential health metrics across all critical technology hosting environments, offering insights into current utilization and future demand
Enhance Telemetry and Automation by leveraging Data Center Infrastructure Management tools for planning, monitoring, and managing technology hosting environments
Collaborate with executives, technology leaders, CIO partners, infrastructure peers, and architecture leaders to achieve Data Center Modernization and Simplification objectives through long-term strategic planning of data center activities impacting design, operation, efficiency, and availability
Interface with external agencies, regulatory bodies or industry forums providing industry focus for DC Hosting Services, leveraging contacts with peer companies and industry organizations to develop standards and improve performance
Drive Energy Management strategy in support of sustainability goals, focusing on continual service improvement and reducing carbon footprint
Required Qualifications:
8+ years of Technology Strategic Leadership experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
4+ years of management or leadership experience
8+ years of experience directly related to data center or mission critical facility design/operation.
Desired Qualifications:
A Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Extensive professional experience in a global organization, with a successful track record in managing organizations and influencing people with an emphasis on teamwork
Significant knowledge of data center Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) infrastructure, with engineering discipline
Proven track record leading large-scale data center infrastructure engineering and design, including establishing design requirements, de?ning technical aspects of contracts and identifying risks
Managing experience with the design, construction, operation, and/or maintenance of data centers including critical infrastructure commissioning
In depth knowledge of data center technologies and associated environmental tooling and monitoring
Success in developing and executing emerging data center technologies
Sets standards for engineering design and established operational best practices. Driven process improvements across the organization
Conceived, initiated, and led projects with widespread impact on infrastructure design, innovation, and implementation
Proven experience defining and implementing metrics; facilitate a data-driven decision-making environment
Worked with architectural & engineering firms on design, construction, and project execution as well as local authorities having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with federal, state, and municipal requirements and building codes
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and the ability to create and deliver senior management messages with ability to think "outside the box" while maintaining focus on practicality
Job Expectations:
This position does not offer Visa sponsorships or the transfer of sponsorship
This position offers a hybrid work schedule
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.
$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 Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/life-at-wells-fargo/benefits) 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:
18 Dec 2025
*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 (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-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.
Req Number: R-507362
