Job Description
Wells Fargo is seeking an Engineering Associate – Java & API Development to support Core Banking Deposits and Transaction Processing within the Enterprise Data & Platforms organization. The role involves developing, testing, and documenting APIs and microservices, while participating in a two-year development program designed for early-career engineers.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the design, development, testing, and documentation of microservices and API‑based applications using Java and Spring
- Participate in building REST/SOAP services using JSON and XML to support core banking processes
- Support debugging, troubleshooting, and analysis of application issues by reviewing logs, running queries, and leveraging monitoring tools
- Contribute to code reviews, unit testing, integration testing, and SDLC documentation as part of Agile sprint work
- Help maintain application stability and resiliency by assisting with production issue analysis and following standard operational processes
- Support basic cloud‑readiness or modernization tasks under the guidance of senior engineers
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and backlog refinement
- Assist in ensuring compliance with technology risk, security, and SDLC standards, including secure coding and system documentation
- Learn how to work with monitoring, alerting, and observability tools to support incident response activities
- Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and cross‑functional partners to support delivery of reliable, scalable technical solutions
Skills
- 6+ months of Technology Engineering and Solutions experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 6+ months developing in Java or a similar object‑oriented language, demonstrated through coursework, labs, or projects (e.g., building Java classes, APIs, or console applications)
- 6+ months working with Spring or another backend framework, such as developing servlets, REST endpoints, or service components in academic or project settings
- 6+ months writing SQL queries (SELECT, JOIN, WHERE) against Oracle or another relational database as part of classwork, labs, or debugging exercises
- 6+ months working in Linux/UNIX environments, including navigating directories, running commands, or reviewing logs for class or internship tasks
- Hands‑on experience building small applications (100–300 lines) such as microservices, REST APIs, or backend components in Java/Spring
- Experience integrating or calling REST/SOAP APIs, demonstrated by building a simple endpoint, consuming an API in a project, or testing APIs using tools like Postman
- Experience troubleshooting code or application issues, such as debugging errors, analyzing logs, or resolving project defects in coursework or internships
- Experience with Agile teamwork, evidenced by participating in sprints, standups, or team‑based coding projects in school, bootcamps, or internships
- Familiarity with monitoring or observability tools, such as reviewing logs, dashboards, or metrics during labs, projects, or coursework
- Ability to produce clear technical documentation, such as project READMEs, design summaries, troubleshooting guides, or configuration notes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, managing email and calendars in Outlook, and building presentations in PowerPoint
- Bachelor's in computer science or related field preferred but not required
Benefits
- 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
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