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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineering Associate - Java API & Microservices Development - **Company:** Wells Fargo - **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Confluence, JIRA, Software Bug Management, Microsoft Outlook, Databases, Software Debugging, Monitoring of Systems, MongoDB, NoSQL, Microsoft PowerPoint, Scrum Methodology, Software Safety, SQL Databases, Scripting, Java Application Server, Chatbots, GitHub Copilot, Large Language Models, Grafana, Spring-boot, Generative AI, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Api Design, Restful APIs, Splunk, Appdynamics, Software Version Control, Microservices - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=63a743483d092d98 ## About the Role 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 of experience developing backend services in Java, demonstrated through coursework, internships, personal projects, or early full-time roles. * 6+ months of hands-on experience with Spring Boot, including building or modifying REST APIs shown through class assignments, labs, or project delivery. * 6+ months of experience building or consuming RESTful APIs, with an understanding of HTTP fundamentals. * 6+ months working with databases (SQL or NoSQL), including writing basic queries; exposure to MongoDB is a plus. * Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) or developing small AI prototypes such as chatbots, LLM prompts, or automated scripts. * Experience building small applications or services (100-300 lines of code) using Java, Spring Boot, or similar frameworks. * Familiarity with microservices concepts and interest in learning event-driven architectures (Kafka, PubSub). * Exposure to Linux/UNIX environments, including basic commands or log review * Familiarity with Git and Agile development practices (stand-ups, sprint work, task boards such as Jira or Confluence). * Exposure to observability or monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, Grafana, AppDynamics) through labs or projects. * Ability to communicate clearly, collaborate within a team, and work in a fast-paced learning environment. * Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn, experiment, and improve through feedback . * Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and Word, managing email and calendars in Outlook, and building presentations in PowerPoint. * Bachelor's in computer science or related field preferred but not required. ## Description In this role, you will work under the guidance of senior engineers to design, build, test, and support Java-based APIs and microservices that power key customer- and employee-facing experiences, including interactions handled by Fargo. You will contribute across both modern and legacy application ecosystems, learn cloud-ready engineering patterns, and gain exposure to event-driven architecture, observability, and Generative AI-assisted development. This role is ideal for early-career engineers who are curious, eager to learn, and not afraid to experiment, iterate, and grow through hands-on experience. You will also participate in the Career Opportunities in Development and Engineering (CODE) Program - a two-year development program that runs alongside your full-time experience. CODE is designed for recent grads, coding bootcamp alumni and individuals with hands-on technical experience looking to break into tech. No four-year degree is required. CODE provides: * Immersive onboarding and foundational technical training * A supportive cohort experience of peers starting their tech careers * Dedicated mentors and program managers who guide your development * Professional development, career coaching, and workshops Wells Fargo only considers candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who do not require work visa sponsorship now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States. In this role, you will: * Design, code, test, debug, and document features and bug fixes using Java and Spring Boot * Build and consume RESTful APIs supporting microservices and transaction workflows * Learn and apply engineering standards, secure SDLC practices, and API design best practices * Contribute to technology initiatives with guidance from senior engineers in Transaction Management Services * Collaborate with engineers, product partners, and QA to resolve technical issues and deliver working software * Support both legacy applications and modern microservices, contributing to stability and gradual modernization * Gain exposure to event-driven patterns using Kafka or PubSub and learn how they support scalable systems * Learn cloud-ready development concepts for Java applications deployed on internal or cloud platforms * Contribute to Generative AI features (LLM-enabled workflows such as summarization, extraction, and assistant experiences) under guidance * Support prompt/version management, basic evaluation (test sets, regression checks), and follow AI safety and privacy guardrails * Participate in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives * Seek feedback, learn from mistakes, and continuously grow your technical skill set ## Related Videos - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) - [Breaking Silos: Successful Collaboration Between Tech & Business Teams in Complex Enterprise Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1623-breaking-silos-successful-collaboration-between-tech-business-teams-in-complex-enterprise-systems) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Are Software Engineer Wages Being Pushed Down? 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