Software Engineer/Java Backend

About this role:

Wells Fargo seeks an innovative Software Engineer specializing in Java Backend development using Spring Boot and Kafka within cloud-native environments. You will drive technical excellence on low to moderately complex initiatives focused on installation, upgrades, deployment, and service quality improvements.

• Core Responsibilities:
• Design, code, test, debug, and document projects involving technology domain upgrades and deployments.
• Analyze technical assignments related to risk deliverables, evaluating alternative technologies.
• Present recommendations for issue resolution or escalate as needed to meet SLAs.
• Exercise independent judgment regarding security and compliance requirements within the tech stack.
• Collaborate with technology colleagues, internal partners, and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of software engineering experience (or equivalent via training/military/education).

Desired Qualifications & Skills:

• Fresh graduates from the Class of 2023 are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Languages/Frameworks: Strong proficiency in Java/JEE, Spring framework, JavaScript, and RESTful web services. Familiarity with UI frameworks like Angular or React is a plus.
• Architecture: Deep understanding of microservices architecture and associated design patterns.
• Testing & Tools: Experience with Junit for unit testing, Maven/Gradle for builds, GitHub/GitLab for version control, and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins).
• Databases: Working knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Security & DevOps: Ability to identify/remediate security vulnerabilities, familiarity with TDD/BDD practices, and strong understanding of cloud-native concepts and DevOps methodologies (MQ, Solace, Kafka).
• Distribution: Experience working in globally distributed Agile/Scrum teams.

Job Expectations & Additional Requirements:

• Candidates should ideally be Full Stack developers with experience implementing large, complex applications and Microservices-based solutions.
• Mandatory familiarity with SDLC processes within an Agile-Scrum environment.
• Experience in Middleware application development is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in Automated CI/CD for build/deployment using Jenkins.

EEO Statement:

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.

• Note: Job posting end date: 19 Jun 2026. Applications may close early due to volume of applicants.