Software Engineer - Backend Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka, AI/ML, Gen AI

About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Software Engineer.
In this role, you will:

• Participate in low to moderately complex initiatives and projects associated with the technology domain, including installation, upgrades, and deployment efforts
• Identify opportunities for service quality and availability improvements within the technology domain environment
• Design, code, test, debug, and document for low to moderately complex projects and programs associated with technology domain, including upgrades and deployments
• Review and analyze technical assignments or challenges that are related to low to medium risk deliverables and that require research, evaluation, and selection of alternative technology domains
• Present recommendations for resolving issues or may escalate issues as needed to meet established service level agreements
• Exercise some independent judgment while also developing understanding of given technology domain in reference to security and compliance requirements
• Provide information to technology colleagues, internal partners, and stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of software engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Java 8.0+, Microservices design pattern, Springboot, Spring Framework, GitHub Copilot, Kafka, MongoDB, Automated Functional testing, OpenShift cloud platform (OCP), LLMs, GenAI.
• Angular / ReactJS is preferred.

Job Expectations:

• Experience working with Java, Kafka, Python programming languages or frameworks relevant to the team's technology stack
• Demonstrated interest in applying AI-assisted development practices to improve productivity and code quality
• Exposure to AI-powered engineering tools (e.g., code assistants, test generation tools, documentation helpers, or internal AI platforms)
• Good understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery practices
• Familiarity with AI and source control tools and standard development workflows
• Exposure to deployment, upgrade, or environment support activities
• Foundational knowledge of databases, APIs, or system integrations
• Awareness of security, risk, data privacy, and compliance expectations, including responsible use of AI tools
• Ability to troubleshoot straightforward technical issues using documentation, AI-assisted insights, and team guidance
• Willingness to continuously learn emerging technologies, including AI capabilities relevant to the technology domain
• Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with team members and internal partners

Posting End Date:
28 Jun 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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