Lead Quantitative Model Solutions Specialist

Lead Quantitative Model Solutions Specialist

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Quantitative Model Solutions Specialist.

In this role, you will:

• Lead complex, large-scale model maintenance, optimization, and planning initiatives related to operational processes, controls, reporting, testing, implementation, and documentation

• Review and analyze complex multi-faceted model operations and optimization challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors 

• Develop model processes and optimization strategies for short- and long-term objectives; support and provide insights regarding a wide array of business initiatives

• Make decisions in complex and multi-faceted situations requiring solid understanding of agile development

• Influence global assessment of model maintenance schedules inclusive of engineering, structure, and scope of review following the System Development Life Cycle process, quality, security, and compliance requirements

• Strategically collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of quantitative model solutions or quantitative model operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in quantitative finance, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in model implementation or quantitative analytics within banking or financial services.
• Strong programming skills in Python and PySpark
• Proven experience in Implementation/Development of regulatory Credit risk (including CCAR, CECL and IFRS), RRP Valuation, and PPNR models.
• Familiarity with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms.

Job Expectations:

• Lead end-to-end implementation of regulatory credit risk models (PD, LGD, EAD) into production systems.
• Collaborate with model development, validation, and business teams to ensure accurate and efficient model deployment.
• Design and optimize scalable data pipelines using PySpark and distributed computing frameworks.
• Develop robust, well-documented code in Python for model execution and integration.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (Basel, IFRS9, CCAR) during implementation.
• Perform rigorous testing, back-testing, and benchmarking of implemented models.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.

Posting End Date: 

24 Jul 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 unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

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.

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