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 monitoring APIs and microservices while participating in the CODE 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

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