Leads complex systems operations initiatives, provides technical consultation, plans computer systems and network infrastructure, resolves escalated support issues, evaluates technical challenges, and guides system enhancements and changes. The role requires extensive database, ETL, Big Data, UNIX, scheduling, software development, data modeling, and distributed technology migration experience. Work is based in Charlotte, NC, with telecommuting permitted up to two days weekly and no travel required.
At Wells Fargo, we want to satisfy our customers' financial needs and help them succeed financially. We're looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do.
Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you.
Wells Fargo Technology sets IT strategy; enhances the design, development, and operations of our systems; optimizes the Wells Fargo infrastructure footprint; provides information security; and enables continuous banking access through in-store, online, ATM, and other channels to Wells Fargo's more than 70 million global customers.
Wells Fargo Bank N.A. seeks a Lead Systems Operations Engineer in Charlotte, NC.
Job Role and Responsibility:
Lead complex, broad impact initiatives including provision of high- level systems consult at ion 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. Telecommuting is permitted up to 2 days a week. Position must appear in person to the location listed as the work address.
Travel required: 0%
Required Qualifications:
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field.
Amount and type of experience required: 5 years of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation involving systems engineering experience.
Specific skills required:
• 5 years of database (DB) technologies experience;
• 5 years of experience supporting or designing complex ETL production environments;
• 5 years of experience with databases such as Oracle, DB2, SQL server, or Teradata;
• 5 years of experience with Big Data or Hadoop tools such as Spark, Hive, Kafka and Map;
• 5 years of Ab Initio experience;
• 5 years of UNIX experience;
• 5 years of Autosys experience;
• 5 years of software development experience supporting large-scale distributed technology projects and migrations;
• 3 years of Logical and Physical Data Modeling experience working with large data sets; and
• 2 years of Teradata experience.
Posting End Date:
1 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.
Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you.
Wells Fargo Technology sets IT strategy; enhances the design, development, and operations of our systems; optimizes the Wells Fargo infrastructure footprint; provides information security; and enables continuous banking access through in-store, online, ATM, and other channels to Wells Fargo's more than 70 million global customers.
Wells Fargo Bank N.A. seeks a Lead Systems Operations Engineer in Charlotte, NC.
Job Role and Responsibility:
Lead complex, broad impact initiatives including provision of high- level systems consult at ion 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. Telecommuting is permitted up to 2 days a week. Position must appear in person to the location listed as the work address.
Travel required: 0%
Required Qualifications:
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field.
Amount and type of experience required: 5 years of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation involving systems engineering experience.
Specific skills required:
• 5 years of database (DB) technologies experience;
• 5 years of experience supporting or designing complex ETL production environments;
• 5 years of experience with databases such as Oracle, DB2, SQL server, or Teradata;
• 5 years of experience with Big Data or Hadoop tools such as Spark, Hive, Kafka and Map;
• 5 years of Ab Initio experience;
• 5 years of UNIX experience;
• 5 years of Autosys experience;
• 5 years of software development experience supporting large-scale distributed technology projects and migrations;
• 3 years of Logical and Physical Data Modeling experience working with large data sets; and
• 2 years of Teradata experience.
Posting End Date:
1 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.
Wells Fargo Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Office
355 W Martin Luther King, Jr BLVD, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28202
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