Wells Fargo is seeking a principal Engineer
In this role, you will:
- Architect and build enterprise-scale GenAI platforms with strong focus on reliability, scalability, and security
- Lead development of agentic AI systems, including:
- Agent orchestration frameworks
- Multi-agent workflows
- Tool execution layers
- Design and implement context engineering and memory management frameworks:
- Short-term and long-term memory
- Context-aware reasoning systems
- Drive adoption of AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Copilot, Claude Code, Devin) across engineering teams
- Define standards, reusable components, and reference architectures for GenAI solutions
- Collaborate with product, architecture, and business teams to translate use cases into high-impact AI solutions
- Ensure responsible AI practices, governance, and compliance alignment
- Mentor senior engineers and foster AI-first engineering culture
- 7+ years of Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- Extensive experience in software engineering and distributed systems architecture
- Strong programming expertise in Python (mandatory)
- Proven track record in building GenAI / LLM-based applications
- Experience with agent orchestration frameworks and autonomous systems design
- Deep understanding of:
- Context engineering
- Prompt design and optimization
- Memory management architectures
- Hands-on experience with:
- LLM APIs and ecosystems
- Vector databases and retrieval systems
- Experience integrating AI development tools such as:
- GitHub Copilot
- Claude Code
- Devin / similar autonomous coding agents
- Experience with Google ADK or similar agent development kits
- Expertise in multi-agent system design and coordination
- Familiarity with enterprise AI platform design (RAG, orchestration layers, evaluation frameworks)
- Experience in banking/financial services domain (preferred)
- Strong understanding of MLOps / LLMOps practices
- Exposure to secure and compliant AI systems (PII, risk, governance)
- Lead end-to-end ownership of GenAI platform components and solutions
- Drive innovation and adoption of agentic AI across business lines
- Deliver measurable business impact (productivity gains, automation, customer experience improvements)
- Act as a thought leader in GenAI within the organization
- Collaborate with global teams across time zones
- Influence strategic direction of AI initiatives at enterprise level
17 Jul 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.
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 Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells 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.
Skills Required
- 7+ years of engineering experience (or equivalent)
- Extensive software engineering and distributed systems architecture experience
- Strong programming expertise in Python
- Proven experience building GenAI / LLM-based applications
- Experience with agent orchestration frameworks and autonomous systems design
- Deep understanding of context engineering, prompt design and optimization, and memory management architectures
- Hands-on experience with LLM APIs and ecosystems
- Hands-on experience with vector databases and retrieval systems
- Experience integrating AI development tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Devin or similar)
- Experience with Google ADK or similar agent development kits
- Expertise in multi-agent system design and coordination
- Familiarity with enterprise AI platform design (RAG, orchestration layers, evaluation frameworks)
- Experience in banking/financial services domain
- Strong understanding of MLOps / LLMOps practices
- Exposure to secure and compliant AI systems (PII, risk, governance)
Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage begins on day 1 with medical, dental, and vision, and includes mental health, prescription drugs, and preventive care often covered at 100% in-network. Well-being resources such as 24-hour clinical support and an Employee Assistance Program add to the breadth.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave provides up to 16 weeks for a primary caregiver (4 weeks for non-primary) alongside fertility benefits and up to a $35,000 lifetime reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, and donor expenses. Backup child and adult care further supports family needs.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with company matching contributions up to 6% of eligible pay. An employee stock purchase plan adds another avenue for long-term savings.
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What We Do
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.2 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. Our technology professionals drive innovation, information security, and big data analytics while maintaining a network that handles more than 12 billion customer interactions a year. Join us! Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader – we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive, in one place. Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being. You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it — Wells Fargo continues to rank on the LinkedIn Top Companies lists of best workplaces “to grow your career.” 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. © 2026 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.
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