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Wells Fargo

Forward Deployed Principal AI Engineer

Wells Fargo

Published 27 Mar 2026
Irving, TX, USA
159K - 305K USD Annual
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

Python

Key skills

AI
Prompt Engineering
Integrations
API
UX
Distributed Systems
Data Protection
Product Owner
Risk Management
Data Security
API Design
Solution Architect
Deployment
LLMs
Reliability
Architecture

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

SalesForce
OpenAI

Description

Wells Fargo is seeking a Forward-Deployed AI Engineer to support the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-scale Artificial Intelligence solutions. This role sits at the intersection of advanced AI platforms, enterprise technology, and business problem-solving. The engineer will work closely with business partners, product teams, and engineering organizations to translate complex and often ambiguous requirements into secure, scalable, and production-ready AI solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes. This is a hands-on, customer-embedded engineering role that requires strong technical depth, a product-oriented mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in a regulated enterprise environment. \\\\In This Role, You Will\\\\ \\+ Partner with business stakeholders, product owners, and engineering teams to understand business problems, identify AI-enabled opportunities, and define end-to-end technical solutions. \\+ Design, prototype, and deliver AI-driven workflows, agents, copilots, and automations using large language models (LLMs) and enterprise AI services. \\+ Integrate AI capabilities with enterprise platforms and systems (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, data platforms, internal services) using secure APIs and orchestration patterns. \\+ Rapidly iterate on prototypes and transition them into production-ready solutions that meet enterprise standards for reliability, scalability, and supportability. \\+ Act as a technical bridge between business, product, data, security, and engineering teams to ensure solutions are usable, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. \\+ Lead solution architecture and design activities, including: \\+ Prompt engineering and AI workflow design \\+ API integration and service orchestration \\+ Enterprise knowledge and data integration \\+ Security, privacy, risk, and governance considerations \\+ Own solutions across the full lifecyclefrom concept and proof of value through production deployment and continuous improvement. \\+ Apply and promote best practices for responsible AI, including model risk management, data protection, and compliance with enterprise and regulatory requirements. \\+ Contribute to the development of reusable patterns, standards, and guidance to support scalable AI adoption across the enterprise. \\\\Required Qualifications\\\\ \\+ 7+ years of software engineering experience, including designing and delivering production-grade systems. \\+ 7 + experience with API design, integration, and distributed systems in an enterprise environment. \\+ 2+ Years of Hands-on experience building and integrating AI or ML-powered applications, including experience with large language models (LLMs). \\+ 2+ Years of experience in Python programming language. \\\\Desired Qualifications\\\\ \\+ Demonstrated ability to translate ambiguous business requirements into well-architected technical solutions. \\+ Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. \\+ Experience working with AI platforms and services such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or similar technologies. \\+ Experience integrating AI solutions with enterprise platforms such as ServiceNow, Salesforce, or internal workflow systems. \\+ Familiarity with enterprise security, privacy, governance, and risk management practices, particularly in regulated industries. \\+ Experience delivering solutions in large, matrixed organizations with multiple stakeholders. \\+ A product-minded approach with a focus on user experience, business value, and operational impact. \\\\Job Expectations\\\\ \\+ \\\\Must be based in one of the above locations or willing to relocate at your own expense.\\\\ \\+ Relocation assistance is not available for this position. \\+ This position currently offers a hybrid work schedule. \\+ This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. \\\\Pay Range\\\\ Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities. $159,000.00 - $305,000.00 \\\\Benefits\\\\ Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs () for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees. \\+ 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 \\\\Posting End Date:\\\\ 30 Mar 2026 \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ \\\\*\Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.\\\\\ \\\\We Value Equal Opportunity\\\\ Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. 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. 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 units risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements. \\\\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. \\\\Req Number:\\\\ R-529111

Required Qualifications and Skills

The role requires 7+ years of software engineering experience, including designing and delivering production-grade systems. Additionally, 7+ years of experience with API design, integration, and distributed systems in an enterprise environment is necessary. The position also requires 2+ years of hands-on experience building and integrating AI or ML-powered applications, including experience with large language models. A minimum of 2+ years of experience in Python programming is also a requirement.

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About the company

Wells Fargo

Size

192857

HQ

San Francisco, US

Public/Private

Public Company

Description

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a diversified, community-based financial services company with approximately $1.9 trillion in assets. Wells Fargos vision is to satisfy our customers financial needs and help them succeed financially. Founded in 1852 and headquartered in San Francisco, Wells Fargo provides banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through more than 7,300 locations, 12,000 ATMs, the internet (wellsfargo.com) and mobile banking, and has offices in over 40 countries and territories to support customers who conduct business in the global economy. With approximately 250,000 team members, Wells Fargo serves one in three households in the United States. Wells Fargo & Company was ranked No. 41 on Fortunes 2022 rankings of Americas largest corporations. News, insights and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories. Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service men and women. Wells Fargo is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. © 2016 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.

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