Lead Software Engineer at Wells Fargo in Columbus, OH

Lead Software Engineer
Location: COLUMBUS, OH
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (LSE) to serve as a key technical contributor for Customer Account Servicing (CAS) team. This role is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying software solutions, while actively participating in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, solution design, development, testing, and architectural planning. The LSE will leverage modern technologies, including Generative AI and integration tools, to deliver scalable and innovative solutions.
Success in this role requires the ability to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with business requirements in a timely manner, without compromising technical excellence. The position demands strong independent execution, as well as close collaboration with business stakeholders and technology partners to ensure alignment with enterprise standards, best practices, and strategic objectives.

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 and develop scalable, resilient microservices using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot
Build and enhance responsive, high-performing UI applications using React and TypeScript
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
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering engineering excellence and best practices

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 experience with Java and Spring/Spring Boot for building scalable microservices
5+ years of experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React and TypeScript
3+ years of experience with API design and development (RESTful and GraphQL)
2+ years of experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
2+ years of experience with version control systems such as Git
2+ years experience with event streaming platforms such as Kafka
2+ years experience with caching technologies such as Redis
1+ year of experience with AI/ML concepts, including:Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)

Desired Qualifications:
Deep expertise in microservices architecture and distributed systems design
Strong understanding of frontend-backend integration patterns using API-driven architecture
Experience working in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Knowledge of observability practices, including logging, monitoring, and tracing
Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools such as:
Jenkins, Harness, Artifactory, SonarQube, Checkmarx, Black Duck, Splunk
Job Expectations:
Ability to work outside of normal business hours as needed
Ability to travel up to 5% of the time
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance
Location:
3075 Loyalty Cir., Columbus, OH
Pay range:
119,000.00 - 187,000.00 USD Annual
Benefits:
Information about Wells Fargo's US employee benefits
Information about Wells Fargo's International employee benefits
Posting End Date:
14 Aug 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants
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 - $187,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs 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:
13 Aug 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.
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.