Software Engineer Lead - Java/Oracle

Fairygodboss; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with PNC match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

PNC is seeking a Software Engineer Lead to join its Technology organization. Based in Denver, CO or other listed locations, you will provide technical leadership for enterprise applications and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability and performance.

The role emphasizes architectural design, collaboration, and hands-on development with Java and Oracle databases, with strong emphasis on monitoring and proactive issue resolution.

Qualifications

• Serve as SME for assigned applications and provide technical leadership.
• Lead the support, maintenance, and improvement of enterprise applications built on Java, leveraging Oracle databases, SQL, and ETL processes to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability.
• Monitor application health and operational performance using tools such as Dynatrace, proactively identifying issues, driving root cause analysis, and implementing preventive solutions.
• Partner with development, infrastructure, security, and business teams to troubleshoot complex production issues, validate integrations, and support end-to-end application stability.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Java

Oracle DB

SQL

ETL

Root cause analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelors

Tools

Dynatrace

Job description

CO Salary Range: USD 86,250.00 - 158,125.00 per year

Position Overview

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(n) [position title] within PNC's [name of division] organization, you will be based in [city/state location of position].

Job Profile

Position Overview

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 Software Engineer Lead within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Denver, CO, Birmingham, AL, Pittsburgh, PA, Phoenix, AZ, Dallas, TX, or Strongsville, OH.

What we're looking for:

• Serve as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert (SME) for assigned applications, providing technical leadership and representing application capabilities, risks, and priorities to business and technology stakeholders.
• Lead the support, maintenance, and continuous improvement of enterprise applications built on Java, leveraging Oracle databases, SQL, and ETL processes to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability.
• Monitor application health and operational performance using tools such as Dynatrace, proactively identifying issues, driving root cause analysis, and implementing preventive solutions.
• Partner with development, infrastructure, security, and business teams to troubleshoot complex production issues, validate integrations, and support end-to-end application stability.

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 your goals.

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

Job Description

• 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

Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Debugging, DevOps, Project Management, Requirements Analysis, Software Development, System Designs, Technical Designs

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)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $86,250.00 - $158,125.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education.

This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 10/01/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

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.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [e-mail]. Please include 'accommodation request' in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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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