Lead JavaScript Software Engineer

Wells Fargo Bank•Charlotte, NC

20h

About The Position

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Cybersecurity. Learn more about career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com This role will help drive the development of a critical cybersecurity solution focused on strengthening SaaS security across the enterprise. This role provides technical leadership, influences secure design patterns, and ensures alignment with cybersecurity and data architecture strategies. Your work will directly support the mitigation of high‑priority cyber risks and protection of sensitive enterprise data.

Requirements

5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
5+ years of experience in JavaScript and related frameworks (Node.js, React, TypeScript)

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Next.js, secure coding tools (Black Duck, Checkmarx), and artifact repositories (Artifactory/Nexus)
Strong experience with MongoDB (MQL), SQL, GraphQL, and database CLI tools
Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes, GitHub Actions/Jenkins, and packaging tools such as npm/Yarn
Ability to work collaboratively across cybersecurity, architecture, and engineering teams
Python proficiency and basic Java familiarity (for automation support)
Experience with large data sets, system administration, or networking fundamentals
Exposure to languages such as Go, Rust, C, or C++
Experience with Harness or enterprise UI component libraries (e.g., Kendo for React)

Responsibilities

Lead architectural design and development of SaaS‑focused cybersecurity applications
Act as a key participant in developing standards and companywide best practices for engineering complex and large-scale technology solutions for technology engineering disciplines
Build high‑quality software using JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Next.js
Integrate secure coding practices and partner with cybersecurity teams on risk mitigation
Review and analyze complex, large-scale technology solutions for tactical and strategic business objectives, enterprise technological environment, and technical challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors, including intangibles or unprecedented technical factors
Develop APIs and data integrations using GraphQL, MongoDB, and SQL (MSSQL preferred)
Support CI/CD delivery pipelines using GitHub Actions and Jenkins
Deploy and operate solutions on Kubernetes using configuration‑as‑code (YAML/TOML)
Collaborate and consult with key technical experts, senior technology team, and external industry groups to resolve complex technical issues and achieve goals
Lead projects, teams, or serve as a peer mentor