Lead Software Engineer - GenAI-Assisted & Autonomous Engineering

About this role:Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join the CDXO team and drive the development, enablement, and optimization of AI-Assisted and Autonomous Engineering capabilities across the enterprise. This role will provide technical leadership for the design, integration, and scaling of enterprise GenAI platforms, including GitHub Copilot, Devin, Claude Code, and Cursor, while advancing next-generation software engineering capabilities that improve developer productivity, software quality, and delivery efficiency.The Lead Software Engineer will serve as a hands-on technical leader responsible for building and integrating AI-powered solutions into the enterprise software development lifecycle, enabling engineering teams to effectively leverage Generative AI and Agentic AI technologies. This role will partner with engineering teams, product organizations, architecture, platform engineering, and senior technology leaders to establish scalable AI engineering capabilities, accelerate enterprise adoption, and deliver measurable business outcomes.The ideal candidate will possess strong full-stack engineering expertise and hands-on experience designing and operationalizing AI-powered applications and platforms. This includes expertise in Large Language Models (LLMs), Agentic AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Fine-Tuning, multi-agent architectures, Model Context Protocol (MCP), distributed systems, cloud-native development, and enterprise AI governance. The candidate will also contribute to enterprise-wide engineering capabilities through reusable platforms, InnerSource initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration.In this role, you will:Lead the design, development, integration, and deployment of enterprise AI-assisted and autonomous engineering solutionsProvide technical leadership for the rollout and scaling of GitHub Copilot, Devin, Claude Code, Cursor, and future AI engineering platforms across CDXO and Lines of BusinessBuild and integrate GenAI capabilities into enterprise SDLC workflows, CI/CD pipelines, developer platforms, repositories, APIs, and engineering toolchains.Design and develop reusable engineering services, accelerators, frameworks, and enterprise capabilities that improve software delivery efficiencyPartner with product owners, engineering teams, and platform organizations to improve the software development lifecycle through effective application of Generative AI technologiesLead developer onboarding, technical enablement, and adoption efforts while establishing best practices for prompt engineering, workflow integration, and AI-powered developmentDesign, implement, and operationalize solutions leveraging Agentic AI, multi-agent systems, autonomous workflows, MCP integrations, and AI orchestration patternsMonitor platform adoption, utilization, performance, and business outcomes, identifying opportunities to improve effectiveness and value realizationSupport GenAI FinOps initiatives through the development of metrics, dashboards, and reporting frameworks that measure usage, costs, productivity, developer output, efficiency gains, and business outcomesProvide hands-on troubleshooting, performance optimization, and technical guidance to engineering teams adopting AI-powered development capabilitiesEnsure solutions align with enterprise architecture, security, governance, compliance, and Responsible AI requirementsContribute to InnerSource initiatives and the development of reusable enterprise engineering capabilities that can be leveraged across multiple organizationsCollaborate and consult with key technical experts, senior technology team, and external industry groups to resolve complex technical issues and achieve goalsLead projects, teams, or serve as a peer mentorRequired Qualifications:5+ years of Software Engineering experience or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education5+ years of Strong experience developing enterprise applications using Java, Python, or comparable technologies1+ years of Experience with AI-assisted/autonomous software engineering platforms such as GitHub Copilot, Devin, Claude Code, Cursor, or similar technologies1+ years of Experience building and deploying AI-powered applications using LLMs and Generative AI technologiesExperience designing and implementing distributed systems, APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecturesHands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, source control platforms, developer tooling, and software engineering best practicesExperience working with cloud-native technologies and containerized platformsStrong technical leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.Desired Qualifications:Experience with Enablement, Training of AI platforms such as GitHub Copilot, Devin, Claude Code, Cursor, or similar technologiesStrong knowledge of Agentic AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Fine-Tuning, prompt engineering, multi-agent architectures, and MCP integrations.Experience developing scalable AI platforms and engineering enablement solutionsExperience with software engineering analytics, developer productivity measurement, and outcome-based reportingKnowledge of GenAI FinOps, technology cost management, and value realization frameworksExperience working in highly regulated enterprise environments with governance, security, and compliance requirementsPassion for innovation and enabling engineering teams through AI-powered solutions.Job Expectations:This position offers a hybrid work scheduleThis role is not eligible for Visa sponsorshipThis role is not eligible for relocation assistance.Posting End Date: 17 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: WEST DES MOINES, IA; IRVING, TX; CHARLOTTE, NCType: Full time