Lead Software Engineer at Wells Fargo

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

C#, .NET Core, Java Spring Boot, REST/Web APIs, Microservices, Azure, SQL, NoSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, AI-assisted development, Technical Leadership, Distributed Systems, Event-driven Architecture, Software Design, Code Review

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive the design and delivery of scalable, high-quality software solutions in enterprise environments. This role combines deep technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, requiring the ability to guide engineering teams, influence design decisions, and ensure successful delivery of complex initiatives. 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, code, test, debug, and document for projects and programs 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 Lead projects, teams, or serve as a peer mentor 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 Desired Qualifications: Lead the design, development, and delivery of complex software solutions Drive technical design discussions and architecture decisions aligned with enterprise strategy Own and deliver high-impact modules or components within large systems Provide hands-on coding and technical guidance to engineering teams Lead code reviews, design reviews, and enforce engineering best practices Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers Collaborate with product owners, architects, and stakeholders Identify and resolve complex technical issues Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and enterprise standards Act as a technical escalation point Contribute to planning, estimation, and execution. Required Qualifications: 5-14 years of Software Engineering experience Strong hands-on development expertise Experience delivering scalable applications Experience in technical leadership Technical Requirements: C#, .NET Core or Java Spring Boot, REST/Web APIs Microservices and distributed systems Cloud platforms (Azure preferred) Databases (SQL/NoSQL) Messaging and event-driven architecture Docker, Kubernetes OS knowledge (Windows/Linux) AI & Modern Engineering Skills: Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) Ability to guide teams in using AI tools to improve productivity and code quality Knowledge of AI/ML basics and LLM usage patterns Experience integrating AI capabilities using API/SDK-based services Understanding of responsible AI practices and enterprise compliance considerations Awareness of AI system operations, monitoring, and cost-performance trade-offs Education: - Bachelor’s degree in engineering / MCA or equivalent Posting End Date: 22 Jun 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. 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. 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 & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.1 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. News, insights, and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories. Additional information may be found at: wellsfargo.com wellsfargojobs.com For questions on how to search and apply, visit frequently asked questions.

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Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of scalable, high-quality software solutions and drive companywide engineering standards. Guide technical teams through complex initiatives, providing hands-on coding, mentorship, and architectural decision-making.