About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Network Engineer...

In this role, you will:

• Lead the review, resolution and implementation for the most complex technical issues and initiatives related to large scale network applications, data systems, voice and other technical products and services
• Utilizing Ansible orchestration and Python scripting to simplify high volume and/or high-risk tasks for business partners
• Knowledge and experience working with JSON
• Knowledge and experience working with RESTful API
• Evaluate or review queries to extract data, create standard procedures, or perform limited programming to fine tune systems supported
• Identify emerging/new products to support new line of business request (requiring new features) or to fill gaps with current deployed network technologies.
• Research and document industry best practices
• Document evaluation criteria
• Develop and participate in Proof of concepts (POC) at vendor sites for new products and services.
• Validates / proves out and refines high level architectural designs developed by Innovations or Architecture teams
• Develop and maintain user case / testing requirements for Functional and Integration testing at WF lab in support of new products and services. Ensures new product / solution is supported end to end.
• Develop scripts and templates for new services (outputs to Network Engineering)
• Defines design elements, Statement of work to engage the LAB to establish new development environments for Solutions to be developed. (Provide Bill of materials hardware/software)
• Communicate completed development steps and action items.
• Consults with technical groups, users and/or vendors to identify and influence functional specifications and business/technical requirements.
• Proposes and creates conceptual network design/hardware reconfiguration and implementation methods.
• Design work is creative, unique, sophisticated and complex.
• Provides updates to the service catalog and releases certified new equipment for procurement to network engineers to order
• Partner with other critical support teams (Security and Network Architecture to insure network alignment with overall strategic direction for Wells Fargo Data Centers
• Ability to translate complex technical needs into straightforward requests for information and collaboration, working with a wide range of people

Required Qualifications, US:

• 5+ years of Network Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 3+ years of network automation development using languages like Ansible or Python.

Desired Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal communication skills
• Strong technical writing skills
• Strong Network Design Skills
• 5 + years of technical design experience
• Knowledge and understanding of network architecture and standards development
• Ability to research, design, implement, and test industry best practices
• Knowledge and understanding of requirements development and testing for software products
• Knowledge and understanding of technology deployment: solutions and features
• Knowledge and understanding of network device security, and hardening best practices
• Ability to train and lead others
• Ability to present technical concepts to senior leaders
• Ability to facilitate or host complex design discussions and drive results
• Experienced with modern Data Center networking constructs. Ex: leaf-spine networks, BGP, VLANs, VXLAN, BGP EVPN etc.

Posting End Date:

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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 US: 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.

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.