Lead Test Automation Engineer, Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

Location:
United States, Charlotte ▼
Irving
Iselin
Westlake

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

111100.00 - 217200.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer with an expertise in Test Automation to join our Global Payments and Liquidity Technology team within Commercial and Corporate & Investment Banking Technology (CCIBT). In this role you will primarily be focused on automation scripting related to applications that enable critical payments and wires technology. You will also act as a mentor and subject matter expert (SME) for the automation and quality assurance teams.

Job Responsibility:

Continuously improve test coverage and efficiency through automation
Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies for test automation
Promote a positive team atmosphere by building trust with peers and prioritizing needs of the team
Collaborate closely with developers, QA analysts, product managers, and integration partners to build reusable components and enhance the automation suite for faster test delivery
Lead complex technology initiatives including those that are companywide with broad impact
Act as a key participant in developing standards and companywide best practices for engineering complex and large-scale technology solutions for technology engineering disciplines
Design, code, test, debug, and document for projects and programs
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
Make decisions in developing standard and companywide best practices for engineering and technology solutions requiring understanding of industry best practices and new technologies, influencing and leading technology team to meet deliverables and drive new initiatives
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

Requirements:

5+ years of experience in Test Automation
5+ years of experience using Java, Python, and JavaScript
5+ years of experience with SDLC and Agile methodologies, utilizing tools such as JIRA, GitHub, Jenkins, and Confluence
5+ years of experience with test automation frameworks and tools including Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Appium, and TestNG
5+ years of experience in API testing and validation using tools like Postman and RestAssured, particularly in the context of payment systems
5+ years of experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) and version control systems
5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Nice to have:

Knowledgeable in payment messaging standards such as ISO 8583 and ISO 20022
Proficient in .NET C#, with strong expertise in ASP.NET WebAPI
Over 3 years of hands-on experience with relational database systems such as SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL
Solid understanding of Agile development practices, including Scrum and Kanban methodologies
Familiarity with GitHub Copilot or comparable generative AI development tools
Skilled in Test-Driven Development (TDD), including unit, integration, API, performance, and functional testing
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences
Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Demonstrates high levels of responsibility, initiative, and accountability
Fast learner with a passion for exploring new and emerging technologies
Proficient in evaluating and integrating new tools and technologies to enhance productivity

What we offer:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 19, 2025

Expiration:
June 24, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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