Lead Software Engineer - Java, Python

PNC; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Educational assistance programs

Paid time off

Job summary

A financial services company in the United States is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to contribute to their Lending Tech organization. The role involves developing APIs for credit decisioning, collaborating with various teams, and analyzing large datasets to enhance business strategies. Ideal candidates should have experience with programming languages like Java and Python, along with a strong understanding of systems integration. This position offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in API development and validation.
• Strong background in software design and documentation.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and derive actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop APIs for credit decisioning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design and validation.
• Monitor and enhance reporting to track strategies.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

SQL

Kafka

API development

Process flows

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Swagger

RESTful services

SOAP

Job description

Position Overview

R209250

Job Profile

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success.

As a Lead Software Engineer within PNC's Lending Tech organization, you will be based in Dallas, TX, Pittsburgh, PA or Austin, TX.

Technical Skills Required

• Experience with programming languages like Java, Python or C#.
• Experience working with relational database and good understanding of SQL.
• Familiarity working with cloud environments.
• Familiarity with one of rules engines like FICO OMDM, Drools, Experian Power Curve.
• Experience working in an event driven environment and familiarity with Kafka messaging.
• Good understanding of systems integration and familiarity with different types of systems integration using API, FTP and Messaging bus.
• Ability to create process flows.
• Experience developing and maintenance of APIs.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with Swagger, Kafka, JSON schema, XSD, XML and web services (RESTful and SOAP).

Job Description

• Will be working with group of developers to develop several API for credit decisioning and perform validation on API.
• Adhere to coding standards and develop rules for decision services.
• Work with lead developers to create technical design documents.
• Works with business, credit, data, and model development partners to design, develop, and monitor test designs and analytical reporting to track and enhance strategies. Designs / enhances standard reporting suites for regular product / portfolio reviews.
• Leverages business / product expertise to rigorously analyze large datasets, improve risk adjusted returns, deliver profitable growth, and communicate conclusions. Synthesizes analytical results and develops, recommends, and implements business strategies that improve lending decisions, assist in managing risk, increase revenues, reduce exposure to losses, meet business goals, and improve performance. Establishes baselines for strategies and tracks actual performance to expectations.
• Applies predictive models, third party data, and other tools to develop and execute appropriate segmentation and targeting for acquisition and portfolio strategies to provide insight into portfolio risk. Manages engagements with internal and external information suppliers ensuring solution is fit for purpose while maintaining appropriate governance and oversight.
• Collaborates with the line of business, Finance, and Risk partners to assess and establish credit risk appetite and to understand its implications, as well as to establish policies and procedures governing the identification, monitoring, and management of risk appetite.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

• Creates and leads the technical design and development of software solutions.
• Proposes & designs software solutions to address complex business needs. Prepares technical and procedural documentation required.
• Facilitates complex problem resolution.
• Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues. Reviews coding, testing, and documentation of software.
• Applies modern principles, methodologies and tools to advance business initiatives and capabilities.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Application Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Drools, Group Problem Solving, Java, JSON, Process Improvements, Python (Programming Language), Release Management, Software Solutions, User Experience (UX) Design

Competencies

Application Delivery Process, Application Design, Architecture, Application Development Tools, Application Testing, Packaged Application Integration, System Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

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At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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