Lead Infrastructure Automation Engineer

• Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer
• to design, build, and scale enterprise infrastructure automation solutions in a highly critical environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineering leader with deep experience developing
• Infrastructure as Code
• capabilities from the ground up using
• Python
• and
• Ansible
• . The ideal candidate will also bring strong technical expertise in
• Linux, DNS, DHCP, IPAM, and REST APIs
• , along with the ability to mentor engineers, perform code reviews, and produce high-quality architecture and technical documentation. Familiarity with using
• AI to accelerate development and improve engineering efficiency
• is also desired.
• In this role, you will:
• + Lead the design, development, and implementation of large-scale infrastructure automation solutions across critical enterprise environments + Develop and enhance
• Infrastructure as Code
• capabilities using
• Python
• and
• Ansible
• + Create scalable automation frameworks and reusable engineering patterns to improve consistency, speed, and reliability + Design, code, test, debug, and document software and automation solutions supporting infrastructure services + Integrate automation workflows with enterprise platforms and services using
• REST APIs
• + Apply technical expertise in
• Linux, DNS, DHCP, and IPAM
• to support automation and infrastructure modernization initiatives + Review and analyze complex technology solutions aligned to tactical and strategic business objectives + Perform
• code reviews
• , maintain engineering standards, and contribute to architecture and design documentation + Collaborate with engineers, developers, and technical leaders across teams to resolve complex issues and deliver solutions + Mentor and coach junior engineers and developers, supporting their technical growth and learning journey + Evaluate and adopt modern engineering practices, including the use of
• AI-assisted development tools
• , to improve delivery efficiency and code quality + Lead projects, teams, or serve as a peer mentor across software engineering initiatives

• Required Qualifications:

• + •5+ years of Software Engineering experience•, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education + •5+ years of experience in Python development•+ •5+ years of experience building Ansible-based automation solutions•+ 5+ years experience developing •infrastructure automation•and •Infrastructure as Code•solutions from the ground up in a large-scale enterprise environment + 5+ years of •Linux systems administration and engineering•+ 5+ years experience integrating systems and workflows through •REST APIs•+ 5+ years experience performing •code reviews•, creating technical documentation, and contributing to architecture designs •

Desired Qualifications:

• + Strong understanding of
• DNS, DHCP, and IPAM
• technologies + Experience designing automation solutions for highly regulated or mission-critical enterprise environments + Experience with
• AI-assisted development tools
• to accelerate coding, testing, documentation, or engineering workflows + Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, including version control, testing, CI/CD, and secure coding standards + Experience working across infrastructure and software engineering domains to deliver automation at scale + Ability to influence engineering standards, drive best practices, and lead through technical expertise + Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and skill levels + Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and support a collaborative engineering culture •

Job Expectations:

• + Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment with engineers and developers of varying experience levels + Willingness to coach, mentor, and develop junior talent + Strong commitment to engineering quality, operational stability, and documentation standards + Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a complex enterprise technology environment
• Pay Range
• Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities. $119,000.00 - $224,000.00
• Benefits
• Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below.

Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/life-at-wells-fargo/benefits) 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:

• 14 Jun 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.

• Applicants with Disabilities
• To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .
• Drug and Alcohol Policy
• Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-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.

• Req Number:

• R-549496