Lead Systems Operations Engineer

About this role

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Systems Operations Engineer in Technology as part of Commercial Corporate & Investment Bank Technology (CCIBT) engineering and transformation office.  Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at  wellsfargojobs.com .

As a Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring platform stability, monitoring system performance, automating operational processes, and troubleshooting complex production issues. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with a solid understanding of Capital Markets data and workflows, enabling them to effectively support critical trading and financial systems in a fast-paced environment.

In this role, you will: • Lead complex, broad impact initiatives including provision of high level systems consultation for the technology teams • Work as key participant in large scale planning of computer systems and network infrastructure for Systems Operations functional area • Review and analyze complex technical challenges, as well as escalated support issues related to core business solutions that require in depth evaluation of multiple factors, such as alternatives, enhancements, periodic systems reviews, or improvements to existing systems • Make decisions on technical changes and enhancements • Consult with engineering team on change design requiring solid understanding of technical process controls or standards that influence and drive new initiatives • Collaborate and consult with technical peers, colleagues, and mid to more experienced level managers to resolve systems support issues and achieve goals

Required Qualifications: • 5+ years of Systems Engineering, Technology Architecture experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications: • Experience in financial services • 4+ years of Linux experience • 4+ years of experience working with Relationship Database Management Systems (RDBMS) such as SQL Server, Oracle or MySQL • 2+ years of experience implementing, supporting or developing tools to integrate with ITRS Geneos  • 2+ years of advanced scripting experience using Unix Shell Scripting, Perl, Python, Java, or PL-SQL • 2+ years of Autosys experience  • Knowledge and understanding of Capital Markets and Risk Management Systems

Job Expectations: • This position offers a hybrid work schedule  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship • Ability to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed or scheduled • Ability to work on call as assigned

Posting End Date:  

24 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.

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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