Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Database Engineer.
In this role, you will:
- Lead complex, cross-functional database engineering initiatives involving architecture, design, and integration.
- Provide expert-level guidance on Oracle database performance tuning.
- Design, implement, and troubleshoot Oracle Goldengate configurations for high availability and real-time data replication.
- Collaborate with application teams to optimize SQL queries and advise on performance improvements.
- Drive root cause analysis and resolution of high-severity, no-call production issues for mission-critical applications.
- Partner with platform and application teams on release management and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts using Shell scripting to streamline database operations.
- Monitor database health and ensure compliance with SLAs and performance benchmarks.
- Contribute to the evaluation, testing, and optimization of database jobs and batch processes.
- Provide strategic input into the future direction of database technologies and enterprise architecture.
- Offer mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers and cross-functional teams.
- Primary DBA responsibilities for the set of applications in the line of business.
- Single point of Database technical contact for the channel of business he /she leads for.
- Fine tune the database and the application batch program in collaboration with application teams.
- 5+ years of Database Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in Database Engineering, with a strong focus on Oracle databases.
- Proven expertise in Oracle Goldengate setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Deep experience in Oracle performance tuning, including diagnostics, AWR/ASH analysis, and SQL tuning.
- Strong Shell scripting skills and experience in automation of database tasks.
- Experience in managing and supporting high-availability, large-scale database environments.
- Solid understanding of database monitoring tools and SLA management.
- Experience in consulting roles with application teams for performance tuning and architecture reviews.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in database environments.
- Knowledge of cloud-based database solutions and hybrid architectures.
- Knowledge and hands-on on other RDBMS platforms like Postgresql, Yugabtye will be an added advantage.
- Should be flexible with timings and weekends support, and able to lead the team & guide them technically.
- Self-driven and contribute with initiatives & Process improvement
- 3 days' Work from Office.
8 Sep 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells 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.
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of database engineering experience, or equivalent experience, training, military experience, or education
- 5+ years of hands-on database engineering experience with strong Oracle database expertise
- Expertise configuring, troubleshooting, and managing Oracle GoldenGate
- Experience with Oracle performance tuning, diagnostics, AWR/ASH analysis, and SQL tuning
- Strong Shell scripting skills and database task automation experience
- Experience managing and supporting high-availability, large-scale database environments
- Understanding of database monitoring tools and SLA management
- Experience consulting with application teams on performance tuning and architecture reviews
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in database environments
- Knowledge of cloud database solutions and hybrid architectures
- Knowledge and hands-on experience with PostgreSQL or YugabyteDB
- Flexibility to work varied timings and provide weekend support
- Ability to lead a team and provide technical guidance
- Work from the office three days per week
Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage begins on day one with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options, and the company subsidizes a substantial share of premiums for U.S. employees (varying by compensation band).
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Retirement Support — A robust 401(k) program includes an employer match for eligible employees, with specifics laid out in plan materials and filings.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave extends up to 16 weeks for eligible primary caregivers, alongside fertility coverage, adoption/surrogacy reimbursement, and lactation support.
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