Engineering Associate – AI Application Development

Wells Fargo & Company•Columbus, OH

5d•$29 - $44•Hybrid

About The Position

Wells Fargo is seeking an Engineering Associate – AI Application Development to support innovative AI‑driven initiatives within the Branch Technology AI Solutions team. This team designs and builds modern, user‑centric applications that leverage artificial intelligence, large language models (LLMs), and contemporary engineering practices to enhance branch technology experiences across the organization. As an Engineering Associate, you will work alongside senior engineers, product partners, and cross‑functional teams to develop, test, and support software solutions. You will gain hands‑on experience with full stack development, single‑page application frameworks, RESTful APIs, cloud environments, and foundational AI/LLM capabilities. This role is ideal for candidates with early exposure to software development who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to impactful AI‑enabled applications. You will also participate in the Career Opportunities in Development and Engineering (CODE) Program — a two‑year development program that runs alongside your full-time experience. CODE is designed for recent grads, coding bootcamp alumni and individuals with hands-on technical experience looking to break into tech. No four‑year degree is required. CODE provides: Immersive onboarding and foundational technical training A supportive cohort experience of peers starting their tech careers Dedicated mentors and program managers who guide your development Professional development, career coaching, and workshops Wells Fargo only considers candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who do not require work visa sponsorship now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States.

Requirements

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
The selected candidate for this role must be able to begin employment by March 18, 2026, in a full‑time capacity.
This position is required to work from the designated posted office location and must be able to meet all expectations of the current hybrid work schedule, including regular in‑office attendance as defined by the team and program requirements.
Relocation assistance is not provided for this role.
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

6+ months of experience with one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or TypeScript.
Exposure to modern front‑end frameworks, such as React, Next.js, Tailwind, or similar, demonstrated through projects or classwork.
Basic understanding of Generative AI or LLM concepts, including API calls, model usage, or prompt‑based interactions.
Exposure to at least one cloud platform (GCP, Azure, or OpenShift) through labs, coursework, or self‑guided learning.
Experience using AI orchestration or LLM integration frameworks, such as LangChain or LlamaIndex, through coursework, labs, or projects.
Understanding of secure coding best practices, demonstrated through training, coursework, or code review feedback.
Ability to build and integrate RESTful APIs, demonstrated through at least one project or assignment.
Contributions to coding projects, open‑source repos, or AI‑related initiatives through coursework or personal development.
Exposure to financial services use cases, business workflows, or regulated‑environment software engineering.
Ability to work collaboratively in team‑based or Agile project environments.
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.

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, development, testing, and documentation of AI‑enabled applications and single‑page front‑end experiences.
Write and enhance frontend components using JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks such as React or Next.js.
Support the development of backend services and RESTful APIs using Python or Java.
Participate in implementing features that leverage Generative AI or large language model (LLM) APIs, with guidance from senior engineers.
Contribute to debugging, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues across development and test environments.
Assist in evaluating technical challenges and proposing solutions based on established engineering practices.
Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, standups, backlog refinement, and reviews.
Follow secure coding, documentation, version control, and SDLC standards.
Collaborate with peers and senior engineers to deliver high‑quality, user‑centric features and enhancements.
Actively engage in the two-year CODE Program, including participation in training, mentorship, networking events, and career development activities.