Lead Platform Engineer - .NET, Desktop Application

About this role:Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in CIO Digital Innovation as a part of technology. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com .The engineer will work closely with Architects, Product Owners, Infrastructure teams, and Application Support teams to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable solutions while ensuring compliance with Wells Fargo engineering standards and modern software development practices. Responsibilities align with Software Engineering, Programming & Engineering, Release Management, and CI/CD activities within the Wells Fargo Technology role framework.In this role, you will focus on:Application DevelopmentDesign, develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise applications using C#, .NET Framework/.NET Core, and WPF.Develop reusable components, business services, APIs, and user interface modules.Perform code reviews and enforce engineering standards, security requirements, and coding best practices.Analyze complex business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.Technical LeadershipLead technical design discussions and provide guidance to development team members.Drive application modernization initiatives and technical debt reduction efforts.Support architecture reviews and ensure alignment with enterprise technology standards.Mentor junior and mid-level engineers on development practices and engineering excellence.CI/CD & DevOpsBuild and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting automated build, deployment, testing, and release processes.Partner with DevOps and infrastructure teams to improve deployment automation and software delivery efficiency.Support source control, branching strategies, automated testing, and release management processes. [Technology...k-Overview | PDF], [Software Engineering | SharePoint]Collaboration & DeliveryCollaborate with Product Owners, Architects, QA teams, SRE teams, and business stakeholders.Participate in Agile ceremonies and support sprint planning, backlog refinement, estimation, and delivery activities.Ensure solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements including stability, security, scalability, and resiliencyRequired Qualifications:5+ years of software engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education4+ years of hands-on experience with C# and .NET/.NET Core3+ years of experience developing WPF desktop applications, including MVVM, data binding, and UI architecture3+ years of experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale applications2+ years of experience with MongoDB, including schema design, performance optimization, and application integration1+ years of experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Enterprise, EPLX, Harness, or similar DevOps platformsDesired QualificationsStrong understanding of object-oriented design principles, design patterns, secure coding practices, and automated testingExperience developing and consuming REST APIsExperience with Azure cloud services and cloud-native engineering practicesExperience modernizing large-scale or legacy .NET/WPF applicationsFamiliarity with distributed systems and integration patternsExperience with SQL Server, database design, scripting, stored procedures, and performance tuningExperience with Git-based source control and CI/CD pipeline implementationExperience with Windows desktop deployment technologiesExperience with enterprise document management, workflow applicationsExperience working in Agile delivery environmentsDemonstrated use of AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivityFinancial services or other highly regulated industry experience.Strong communication skills with the ability to lead technical discussions and influence technical directionExperience mentoring engineers and leading technical initiativesJob Expectations:This position offers a hybrid work scheduleThis position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of visaRelocation assistance is not available for this positionLocations :1525 W W T Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NCPay 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.Base salary 119,000.00 - 187,000.00 USD AnnualBenefits:Information about Wells Fargo's US employee benefitsInformation about Wells Fargo's International employee benefitsPosting End Date:07 Aug 2026*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.Posting End Date: 10 Sep 2026*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.We Value Equal OpportunityWells 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 DisabilitiesTo request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.Drug and Alcohol PolicyWells 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.SummaryLocation: CHARLOTTE, NCType: Full time