Leads the modernization of critical Capital Markets platforms supporting Product Control and Volcker reporting. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents, and deploys software while shaping transformation strategy, resolving complex technical challenges, leading initiatives, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with business and technology stakeholders. The role requires Java and SQL expertise, engineering leadership, and familiarity with Agile practices and financial markets.
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Java Software Engineer to lead the transformation of critical Capital Markets platforms supporting Product Control and Volcker reporting within the Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) division.
This role is accountable for defining and executing amulti-year transformation strategy to modernize and stabilize the Product Controller platform, enabling scalability, improved risk transparency, and alignment with the Markets Division's growth objectives. The platform requires significant enhancement to meet current and future business needs, presenting a unique opportunity to drive large-scale architectural and operational change.
The successful candidate will combine deep capital markets expertise with strong engineering leadership and will be responsible for delivering high-impact business outcomes through technology innovation and disciplined execution.
In this role, you will:
Required Qualifications:
Desired Qualifications:
Job Expectations:
Posting End Date:
8 Oct 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.
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This role is accountable for defining and executing amulti-year transformation strategy to modernize and stabilize the Product Controller platform, enabling scalability, improved risk transparency, and alignment with the Markets Division's growth objectives. The platform requires significant enhancement to meet current and future business needs, presenting a unique opportunity to drive large-scale architectural and operational change.
The successful candidate will combine deep capital markets expertise with strong engineering leadership and will be responsible for delivering high-impact business outcomes through technology innovation and disciplined execution.
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
Required Qualifications:
- Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- Java experience
- SQL experience
Desired Qualifications:
- Agile experience
- Knowledge of Jira and Confluence
- Familiarity with the financial industry (knowledge of over-the-counter derivative products a plus)
Job Expectations:
- Position offers a hybrid work schedule
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position
Posting End Date:
8 Oct 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.
#BI-Hybrid
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