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Wells Fargo

Sr. Systems Architect - Capital Markets

Clive, IA

At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in a workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired. Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you.

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Systems Architect responsible for leading impactful architectural stewardship, helping to establish, carry out the strategic direction for transformation, and modernization of the Corporate and Investment Banking Technology (CIBT) group within Enterprise Architecture domain. This organization is responsible for providing crucial architecture direction for technology efforts such as leading transformative architectural projects, recommending solutions, and aligning closely with business and Enterprise Architecture strategies and roadmaps. In addition, creating and gaining approval on all architectural designs, providing leadership, communicating the technical architecture strategy and direction to all impacted.

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In this role, you will:
  • Responsible for overseeing medium to high architectural impact projects, such as spread/macro e-trading platforms, and for owning the overall application architecture and design for assigned technical projects, partnering with business and technology stakeholders
  • Responsible for reviewing and approving medium application architecture impact designs; Analyze highly complex business requirements; generate technical specifications to design or redesign complex solutions and applications for CIB
  • Responsible for communicating Enterprise Architecture strategy and direction to both management and application teams, directing implementation of said architecture
  • Acts in a strategic role in the development and maintenance of application architectures for Capital Markets, ensuring compliance with Enterprise Architecture
  • Assist with the definition of future technology architecture and strategy
  • Assure with meeting quality, security, and compliance requirements
Required Qualifications, US:
  • 4+ years of Systems Architecture experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
  • 4+ years of software development experience utilizing OOP and Java/.NET/C++
  • 4+ years of experience working within Agile software development teams
  • 3+ years of experience as application architect or systems architect
Desired Qualifications:
  • Capital Market/FX OR financial services industry experience.
  • Experience architecting microservices, APIs, APIGateway, Microservices patterns
  • Strong knowledge of Integration patterns, Middleware technologies, Messaging technologies
  • Strong understanding of Enterprise Design Patterns, DDD and RESTFul Architecture
  • Ability to perform vendor evaluations
  • Ability to communicate effectively, in written and verbal formats, with senior executive-level leaders
  • Ability to develop and negotiate solutions with partners or clients including escalations as needed
  • Strong collaboration and partnering skills
  • Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to interact with all levels of an organization
  • Ability to influence across all organizational levels, particularly senior management
  • Ability to translate and present complex technical data across technical and non-technical groups
  • Experience architecting critical software solutions using architecture design principles within enterprise environment
Job Expectations:
  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
Pay Range
$115,900.00 - $206,100.00 Annual
Benefits

Wells Fargo provides all eligible full- and part-time employees with a comprehensive set of benefits designed to protect their physical and financial health and to help them make the most of their financial future. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Careers for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • Critical Caregiving Leave
  • Discounts and Savings
  • Health Benefits
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption Reimbursement
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, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Client-provided location(s): West Des Moines, IA, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-258363-7
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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