Platform Architect - API Integration

About this role:Wells Fargo is seeking a highly experienced Platform Architect to support the growing ecosystem of integrations and API based applications by leading the design, development, and enablement of scalable and secure API integrations.In this role, you will:

Lead the implementation of complex projects and initiatives that have companywide scope

Assist in the creation of architectural artifacts for key technology initiatives

Participate in the definition of future technology architecture and strategy

Identify medium to high architectural impact project

Conduct complex technology and system assessments for architecture solutions

Communicate the companywide Architecture strategy and direction to both management and systems related teams

Make decisions in the development and maintenance of architectures

Understand compliance and risk management requirements for supported areas

Ensure applications adhere to established Wells Fargo standards, policies, methodologies and industry best practices

Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Lead the architecture, design, and development of scalable and secure API integration patterns with existing API orchestration platforms for both internal and external API services.

Collaborate with technical and non-technical teams to define and design API strategies.

Develop integration architectures that enable smooth connectivity between legacy systems, public and private cloud environments, and partner APIs.

Implement API design best practices, ensuring APIs are modular, reusable, and adhere to RESTful standards and microservices architecture.

Work closely with product teams to design and develop APIs that enable new services, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs.

Create standards for API documentation and drive adherence to the standards, ensuring that APIs are well-documented, easy to consume, and compliance with industry standards.

Partner with enterprise architecture governance to mature and evolve API governance processes, including versioning, testing, and monitoring.

Collaborate with DevOps and security teams to ensure secure API design and implementation, including the use of OAuth2, JWT, TLS, and other security protocols.

Optimize API performance, focused on reducing latency, improving throughput, and ensuring scalability across the bank's platforms.

Integrate APIs with monitoring, logging, and analytics tools to track API usage, performance, and reliability.

Guide and mentor development teams on API design patterns, integration techniques, and best practices to ensure high-quality delivery.

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of Systems Architecture experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

4+ years of experience across API architecture, integration, and design, with a strong background in developing and managing APIs in an enterprise environment.

3+ years of hands-on experience working with RESTful APIs, SOAP services, and microservice architectures.

3+ years of hands-on experience writing, designing, and consuming API specifications including OpenAPI, RAML, or Swagger.

2+ years of experience automating deployment of APIs via CI/CD pipelines, automating testing, and ensuring continuous management of APIs.

Desired Qualifications:

Strong understanding of API management platforms such as Apigee, Mulesoft, or Kong.

Proven experience designing and developing APIs for legacy systems, public and private cloud platforms, and third-party integrations.

Deep knowledge of API security standards, including OAuth2, JWT, and encryption technologies.

Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, etc.) for tracking API performance and reliability.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.

Job Expectations:

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Ability to work on-site at approved location listed

Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Posting End Date:30 Sep 2024Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.We Value DiversityAt 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 DisabilitiesTo request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .Drug and Alcohol PolicyWells 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.Company: WELLS FARGO BANKReq Number: R-400377Updated: Wed Sep 25 02:55:03 UTC 2024Location: CHARLOTTE,North Carolina