Executive Director (Senior Lead Securities Python Quantitative Developer )

About this role:Wells Fargo is seeking a Quantitative Software Engineer, Executive Director (Senior Lead Securities Quantitative Analytics Specialist). A successful applicant will be a Python quantitative developer in the Investment Portfolio in Wells Fargo Securities, with a focus on Juniper Vasara ALM development.Vasara is the next generation risk platform for the bank. It is an ambitious, green field initiative to tackle the bank's risk computation challenges within capital markets, from ticking risk for trading desks to market risk and capital calculations such as FRTB and CCAR.Juniper Vasara is a joint venture between multiple Quant and Technology teams, and you will work as an ALM quant developer focusing on specific risk management and balance sheet strategy solutions for our portfolio management partners. Juniper Vasara is a horizontal solution designed to be use case agnostic to achieve maximum consistency and re-usability.Essential duties and responsibilities include:Implement ALM models and logic in Python.Integration of pricing and risk analytics in collaboration with other quant teams, providing expertise in design and implementation issues relate to ALM.Effective communication and collaboration with Business Stakeholders, other Quant Teams, Technology Partners, and Project ManagementAnalyze performance, propose remedial or optimization plans, and ensure execution to enhance the new strategic valuation and risk platform for the securities businessesConsistently deliver high-quality software and documentation in an Agile SDLCIn this role you will:Proactively participate in complex software design & development activities within an Agile environmentContribute to large-scale project planning, balancing short and long-term objectivesGenerate, test, implement, and deploy ideas to improve system performance or team productivity.Use quantitative and technological techniques to solve complex business problemsMeet deliverables while leveraging solid understanding of policies, procedures, and compliance requirementsCollaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and project managers to resolve issues and achieve goalsEffectively communicate with and build consensus with all project stakeholdersRequired Qualifications:7+ years of Securities Quantitative Analytics experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education7+ years of professional Python 3 experienceDesired Qualifications:5+ years of hands-on coding experience, Python and C++ are most relevant3+ years of product and market experience in various asset classes: rates, foreign exchange, credit, and mortgages, and structured products3+ years of quantitative analytics library software development experience in a buy-side or sell-side institution or a quant solution vendor1+ year hands on experience with ALM frameworks or prior experience in ALM vendor softwareStrong proficiency in Python is encouraged.The following items are considered bonus qualifications:Understanding of advanced language features, runtime behavior, and performance characteristicsDeep understanding of CPython internals (interpreter loop, memory model, GIL, garbage collection); experience customizing or extending the Python interpreter or standard library is a plusProven experience with Python interoperability and bindings to lower-level languages (e.g., C/C++, Cython, pybind11, Java)Hands-on experience writing high-performance GPU code using Python-based DSLs (e.g., Triton, CUDA Python, JAX/XLA kernels)Demonstrated expertise in Python performance optimization across CPU architectures using tools such as Numba, Cython, vectorization, and profiling techniquesExperience designing and developing large-scale, distributed, high-performance Python systems in productionStrong understanding of multithreading and multiprocessing in Python, including practical strategies for working with or around the GIL in real-world production environmentsExperience operating Python systems under strict latency, throughput, or reliability constraints (e.g., low-latency trading systems, ML inference serving, large-scale data pipelines)Experience interpreting and solutioning for riskMaster's degree or higher in computer science or finance/mathematicsExperience in software development cycle and agile technologies, e.g. Git, Jira, ConfluenceExperience in or passionate about Agentic AIExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsJob Expectations:Ability to travel up to 10% of the timeThis position is eligible for Visa sponsorshipMust be able to work on-sitePosting Locations:150 E 42nd St. New York, NY 10017550 S Tyron Charlotte, NCPosting End Date: 27 Oct 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