About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Systems Architect (Database Platform Architect), to join our Technology organization and be part of our Chief Technology Office (CTO) Architect team. Learn more about the career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com.

As a Database Platform Architect, you will contribute to the Enterprise Database Strategy leveraging your expertise in mainstream and innovative relational and non-relational database platforms. You will assess, architect, and design database platforms for scale, high-performance and security. You will develop and maintain architecture specifications for Data Hosting as well as detailed specifications for underpinning database platforms. You will make an impact by bringing your expertise in automating the provisioning and management of Database Platforms combined with your enthusiasm for emerging database technologies and best practices to the team. You will partner with product managers and engineering delivery leads in Program Increment (PI) planning and roadmap development as you build the architecture runway for the roadmap items with architectural significance.

In this role, you will:

• Assist in the creation of architectural artifacts for key technology initiatives

• Participate in the definition of future technology architecture and strategy

• Identify medium to high architectural impact projects

• Conduct complex technology and system assessments for architecture solutions

• Communicate the companywide Architecture strategy and direction to both management and systems related teams

• Make decisions in the development and maintenance of architectures

• Understand compliance and risk management requirements for supported areas

• Ensure database platforms adhere to established Wells Fargo standards, policies, methodologies, and industry best practices

• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Systems Architecture experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

• 5+ years of experience in designing and implementing database platform architecture for relational and non-relational systems with focus on Scalability, Performance, Resiliency, Security, and Cost-efficiency, High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) objectives

• 3+ years of experience in automating the provisioning and management of both relational and non-relational database technologies with Database as a Service (DBaaS)

Desired Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in Cloud Database platform: Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, MongoDB Atlas, or Google Cloud SQL

• 2+ years of experience with end-to-end database migration strategies within on-prem, on-prem to public cloud with expertise in planning, assessing, and executing migrations with minimal downtime and data integrity

• Familiarity with automation tools and scripting languages: PowerShell, Terraform, or Ansible

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Experience working in an Agile, product-oriented structure

• Ability to interact with all levels of an organization

• Strong comprehension within the compute, network, and storage technology domains

Job Expectations:

• Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule

• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship​

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Locations:

• 800 South Jordan Creek Pkwy - West Des Moines, Iowa 50266

• 2600 South Price Rd - Chandler, Arizona 85286

• 1525 West W.T. Harris Blvd - Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

• 1301 Solana Blvd - Westlake, Texas 76262

• 300 Highway 169 South - Saint Louis Park, Minnesota 55426

• 4101 Wiseman Blvd Bldg 110 - San Antonio, Texas 78251

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.

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:

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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 US: 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.

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.