Lead Java trading Software Engineer

About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Java trading Software Engineer in Fixed Income Currency and Commodities (FICC) Data Technology as part of Commercial and Corporate & Investment Banking Technology.
This team is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and implementing features that drive the data strategy for the Fixed Income Electronic Trading line of business.
We are looking for ahighly accomplished Lead Software Engineerwith deep expertise in building large-scale, low-latency systems to join our technology team. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for a seasoned technologist with a strong background in Java, Python, and time series data, and a proven track record in capital markets. You will lead the design and development of mission-critical systems that power data-driven business lines and support real-time decision-making.
Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com
In this role, you will:

• Lead the architecture, design, and development of high-performance, low-latency applications using Java.
• Drive the implementation of large-scale data ingestion pipelines and real-time analytics platforms.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers, ensuring best practices in coding, architecture, and system design.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, quants, and data scientists to deliver solutions that support data-driven business initiatives.
• Utilize Python for data processing, automation, and integration with AI/ML workflows.
• Design and optimize systems leveraging time series databases for high-volume financial data.
• Evaluate and incorporate emerging technologies, especially in AI and Machine Learning, to enhance system capabilities.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of all developed systems.
• Ensure systems are monitored to increase operational efficiency and managed to mitigate risk
• Resolve coding, testing and escalated platform issues of a technically challenging nature
• Mentor less experienced software engineers
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and mid-level managers to resolve technical challenges and achieve goals
• Lead team to achieve objectives
• Partner with production support and platform engineering teams effectively

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Specialty Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong emphasis on Java.
• 5+ years of experience in capital markets, preferably in trading, risk, or market data systems.
• 5+years of low-latency architecture, multithreading, and performance optimization.
• 5+years experience time series databases (e.g., kdb+, InfluxDB, OneTick, Deephaven).

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong Python development skills, particularly in data engineering and automation.
• Strong understanding of how to leverage high-velocity data persistence and reporting for strategy development and monitoring.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and building large-scale, distributed systems.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, system integration, and design patterns.
• Exposure to multiple Fixed Income asset classes, including Rates, FX, and Spread products like Credit Corps, MBS etc.
• Strong knowledge of AMMs, Market Data Feeds, Order Books, and D2D/D2C trading flows for US Treasuries, Corporate Bonds, Munis and FX
• Experience or strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their application in financial systems.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience working in agile, fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated experience in leading the architecture, design, and development of high-performance, low-latency Java applications, as well as overseeing the implementation of large-scale data ingestion pipelines and real-time analytics platforms, is required.

Location:
300 S Brevard Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
150 E 42nd St. New York, NY 10017
Metro Park, 194 Wood Avenue South, Iselin, New Jersey 08830
Expectations:
This position is not able to sponsor H1 visas
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.
$159,000.00 - $305,000.00
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:
20 Jul 2025
* 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.
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