Lead Payments AI Software Engineer

Job description

**About this role:**

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Payments Software Engineer to join our Global Payments and Liquidity team to be part of the transformation initiative leveraging GenA to accelerate development and build new capabilities.

In this role as an AI engineer, you will develop cutting edge artificial intelligence solutions using large language models, agentic frameworks, and other innovative technologies.

The ideal candidate would have knowledge in designing, developing, and deploying applications leveraging LLM models and systems, with a strong focus on Prompt Engineering, Fine Tuning, RAG implementation and Agentic frameworks.

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**In this role, you will:**

+ Design, develop, and deploy AI applications using Enterprise APIs, LLM's, agent frameworks, and other related technologies
+ Collaborate with enterprise teams to integrate LLM models with the existing products and systems
+ Develop and maintain large scale applications using Java, Python, OpenShift containers, and other relevant technologies
+ Stay up to date with the latest advancements in AI, LLM second agentic frameworks and apply this knowledge to improve existing systems and develop new ones
+ Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to applications and models
+ Assist other individuals in advanced software development

**Required Qualifications:**

+ 5+ years of Specialty Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
+ 5+year's experience in software development
+ 5+ year's experience in Python, java, OpenShift containers, and other relevant technologies
+ 3+ years of AI and ML concepts, including deep learning, natural language processing and computer vision

**Desired Qualifications:**

+ Knowledge of Chatbots, Transformer models, SWE-Bench is preferred
+ Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
+ Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross functional teams
+ Experience with the agile development methodologies and version control systems such as GIT
+ Certification in AI, machine learning or a related field
+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, artificial intelligence or a related field

**Location:**

125 High St. - Boston, Massachusetts 02110

300 S Brevard Street, Charlotte, NC 28202

150 E 42nd St. - New York, NY 10017

**Pay Range**

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position.

Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location.

The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$111,100.00 - $237,100.00

**Benefits**

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below.

Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/life-at-wells-fargo/benefits) for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

+ Health benefits
+ 401(k) Plan
+ Paid time off
+ Disability benefits
+ Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
+ Parental leave
+ Critical caregiving leave
+ Discounts and savings
+ Commuter benefits
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Scholarships for dependent children
+ Adoption reimbursement

**Posting End Date:**

23 Oct 2025
***** **_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.

**Applicants with Disabilities**

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .

**Drug and Alcohol Policy**

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.

Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-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.

**Req Number:** R-464221

Required Skill Profession

Other General