Lead Software Engineer

Wells Fargo • Columbus, OH • 1h ago

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a highly skilled Lead Software Engineer with full stack java development experience to join the Customer Information Management Team within Consumer Technology. This Lead Software Engineer will have expertise in developing microservices and working with modern technologies such as NoSQL DB, Kafka, and container-based platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of software engineering experience and the ability to lead moderately complex initiatives within a technical domain. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

In this role, you will:

Lead and deliver moderately complex initiatives and deliverables within technical domain environments.

Contribute to large-scale planning and strategy development for technology solutions.

Design, code, test, debug, and document projects and programs, including upgrades and deployments.

Review and address moderately complex technical challenges requiring in-depth evaluation of technologies and procedures.

Resolve technical issues and lead a team to meet client needs, leveraging a solid understanding of functions, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and mid-level managers to resolve technical challenges and achieve project goals.

Act as an escalation point, providing guidance and direction to less experienced staff.

Lead projects and ensure successful delivery of technical solutions.

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

5+ years of software engineering experience, with a strong focus on Java development

5+ years of experience in developing microservices and working with SQL/No SQL Db technologies and Kafka

3+ years hands-on experience with container-based technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

3+ years of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies

Desired Qualifications:

Ability to lead and deliver moderately complex technical initiatives

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to evaluate and resolve technical challenges

Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with peers, colleagues, and mid-level managers

Excellent communication skills at every level of the organization

Ability to lead and influence others and critique their work in a way that improves the overall team and the final product

Strong relationship skills that bring others in, educates stakeholders, and drives consensus

Very deep skills in at least two technical domains

Ability to troubleshoot analyze performance bottlenecks

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements in technology environments

Job Expectations:

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

This position offers a hybrid work schedule

Relocation assistance is not available for this position

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 - $224,000.00

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:

21 Feb 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 (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-511296

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