Engineering Associate – Java & API Development

Wells Fargo is seeking an Engineering Associate – Java & API Development to support Core Banking Deposits and Transaction Processing within the Enterprise Data & Platforms organization. The role involves developing, testing, and documenting APIs and microservices, while participating in a two-year development program designed for early-career engineers. Responsibilities - Assist with the design, development, testing, and documentation of microservices and API‑based applications using Java and Spring - Participate in building REST/SOAP services using JSON and XML to support core banking processes - Support debugging, troubleshooting, and analysis of application issues by reviewing logs, running queries, and leveraging monitoring tools - Contribute to code reviews, unit testing, integration testing, and SDLC documentation as part of Agile sprint work - Help maintain application stability and resiliency by assisting with production issue analysis and following standard operational processes - Support basic cloud‑readiness or modernization tasks under the guidance of senior engineers - Participate in Agile ceremonies including standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and backlog refinement - Assist in ensuring compliance with technology risk, security, and SDLC standards, including secure coding and system documentation - Learn how to work with monitoring, alerting, and observability tools to support incident response activities - Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and cross‑functional partners to support delivery of reliable, scalable technical solutions Skills - 6+ months of Technology Engineering and Solutions experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education - 6+ months developing in Java or a similar object‑oriented language, demonstrated through coursework, labs, or projects (e.g., building Java classes, APIs, or console applications) - 6+ months working with Spring or another backend framework, such as developing servlets, REST endpoints, or service components in academic or project settings - 6+ months writing SQL queries (SELECT, JOIN, WHERE) against Oracle or another relational database as part of classwork, labs, or debugging exercises - 6+ months working in Linux/UNIX environments, including navigating directories, running commands, or reviewing logs for class or internship tasks - Hands‑on experience building small applications (100–300 lines) such as microservices, REST APIs, or backend components in Java/Spring - Experience integrating or calling REST/SOAP APIs, demonstrated by building a simple endpoint, consuming an API in a project, or testing APIs using tools like Postman - Experience troubleshooting code or application issues, such as debugging errors, analyzing logs, or resolving project defects in coursework or internships - Experience with Agile teamwork, evidenced by participating in sprints, standups, or team‑based coding projects in school, bootcamps, or internships - Familiarity with monitoring or observability tools, such as reviewing logs, dashboards, or metrics during labs, projects, or coursework - Ability to produce clear technical documentation, such as project READMEs, design summaries, troubleshooting guides, or configuration notes - Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, managing email and calendars in Outlook, and building presentations in PowerPoint - Bachelor's in computer science or related field preferred but not required Benefits - 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 Company Overview - Wells Fargo & Company is a financial services firm that provides banking, insurance, investments, and mortgage services. It was founded in 1852, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.wellsfargo.com.