Lead Database Engineer

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Database Engineer who creates and manages databases for the organization, including designing, building, installing, and maintaining databases to meet business needs.

In this role, you will:

• Lead complex or critical database management initiatives that typically involve multiple disciplines and business groups, including database architecture, design, integration and data modeling
• Provide the highest technical expertise for the planning, research, design implementation, maintenance, and control of server class databases
• Review and analyze complex database technologies that require in depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors
• Design and certify next generation database technologies
• Assist in database installations, including troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Recommend improvements to web application processing issues and design
• Consult with multiple client groups to provide strategic solutions, influencing long range internal and enterprise level database architecture and management strategies
• Provide technical leadership and recommendation into the future direction of database technology
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of Database Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 5 years of database design and administration experience
• 5 years of MS SQL Server experience
• 4 years of PowerShell scripting experience
• 4 years of application development and implementation experience
• 3 years of experience designing and implementing process solutions for automation
• 2 years of working with any type of automation framework (System Center Orchestrator, Ansible, HP Operations Orchestrator / HP Server Automation, VMware, vRealize)

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience using JIRA with Agile methodologies for tracking user stories or backlogs
• Experience with Agile Scrum (Daily Standup, Sprint Planning, and Sprint Retrospective meetings) and Kanban
• Experience using Terraform or another infrastructure as code tool
• Experience with Public Cloud Azure SQL Managed Instance and Azure SQL Database
• Experience using GitHub for version control and collaboration
• Experience using Python for automation
• Experience with web development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and any JavaScript framework such as Vue or React
• Knowledge and understanding of relational database concepts, querying, requirements gathering, and/or decision support tools
• The capability to write and interpret advanced SQL Queries
• Passion for developing automated management of a large database environment
• Knowledge and understanding of automation and engineering release development
• Strong understanding of data loading and data cleansing principles
• Experience with WSDL, SOAP, API, REST
• Knowledge and understanding of test-driven solutions development

Job Expectations:

• Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and timely decisions even when data is limited, or solutions produce unpleasant consequences

• Developing & Maintaining Relationships - Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintains them over time

• Initiative Guides - Self effectively; executes with little or no supervision

• Managing Conflict & Negotiating - Handles complaints; settles disagreements and conflicts; negotiates with others in a positive and constructive manner

• Partnering & Collaborating - Develops networks; collaborates across boundaries; finds common ground across stakeholders

• Planning & Organizing - Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish goals

• Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; analyzes information effectively to generate and evaluate alternatives

• Teamwork - Provides support, encouragement, and effort to assist in accomplishing team goals; helps teammates in their work

Posting End Date: 

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.