Lead Architect Banking Operations

Wells Fargo

Actively hiring
CHARLOTTE, NC · DALLAS, TX Posted 14 days ago

At a glance

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TL;DR

Wells Fargo is hiring a Lead Systems Architect to drive technological innovation within Banking Operations, focusing on architecting scalable solutions that align with business goals. This senior role involves collaborating with top-tier leaders to define technical strategies, oversee complex initiatives, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in enterprise-scale AI-driven architectures and cloud computing technologies like OpenShift Container Platforms. Key responsibilities include leading large-scale projects, creating architectural artifacts, and communicating strategic direction across the organization. This position requires a systems thinker who can influence enterprise-wide decisions, enhance operations through innovative solutions, and maintain knowledge of industry best practices to deliver impactful results in financial services.

Skills

AI Python Kubernetes Openshift CI/CD PostgreSQL AWS Azure GCP Terraform Docker Prometheus Grafana DevOps SRE NFR Machine_Learning Data_Science Security_Pods

What you'll do

  • Lead the implementation of complex, companywide technology projects.
  • Define future technology architecture and strategy in collaboration with senior leaders.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments for architectural solutions to ensure compliance.
  • Communicate enterprise-wide Architecture strategies to management and technical teams.
  • Create and approve architectural impact designs for transformative initiatives.
  • Develop an architecture roadmap based on current state analysis for target outcomes.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of architecture experience, including strategy creation and planning
  • Hands-on knowledge of enterprise-scale AI-driven architectures and compliance
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills for all levels
  • Ability to influence senior management and negotiate effectively across teams
  • Extensive technical skills in a full line of business or infrastructure sub-domain
  • Experience with cloud computing technologies like OpenShift Container Platforms
  • Financial services industry experience preferred

Market check

Salary context

This listing doesn't show a salary. Similar roles on FindRole typically pay $152,000–$241,500.

Peer median band

$152,000$241,500

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$162,000$235,375

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 239 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo & Company is one of the largest banks in the United States, providing banking, investment, mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance products and services nationwide. Industry: Banking & Financial Services

Wells Fargo currently has 26 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $159,000–$305,000 across 16 roles with salary data.

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