Software Engineer Principal -Data and Automation (Sagemaker, AWS CDK, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Python, Pyspark)

PNC; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability protection

401(k) with match

Stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

PNC is seeking a Software Engineer Principal for its Data and Automation group, based in Pittsburgh, PA or Dallas, TX. The role requires strong AWS and IaC experience, plus Python and PySpark. You will lead complex problems, guide teams, and shape software solutions that align with business strategy.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in software engineering, solid knowledge of SDLC, distributed systems, OOP, and strong design skills. In-office culture with a focus on balance and collaboration.

Qualifications

• University degree with 5+ years of industry experience.
• Strong experience in AWS services and IaC concepts.
• Proficiency in Python and PySpark is a plus.
• Ability to design scalable software solutions and provide guidance.

Responsibilities

• Aligns business strategy with software solutions.
• Proposes, designs & codes software solutions to address complex business needs.
• Oversees technical and procedural documentation required.
• Leads complex problem solving.
• Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues and solution development.
• Displays an innovative approach to apply modern principles and tools to advance initiatives.

Skills

Agile Methodology

SageMaker

AWS

Programming

Data Structures

DevOps

Distributed Systems

OOP

SDLC

Software Engineering

System Design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AWS SageMaker

Python

PySpark

IaC (Terraform / AWS CDK)

Job description

Position Overview

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 Principal within PNC's Data and Automation organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Dallas, TX. The successful candidate must have experience with AWS services such as SageMaker, Bedrock, EMR, Lake Formation, and DataZone. The candidate should have extensive experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and be familiar with AWS CDK or Terraform. Hands-on experience with Python, AWS CDK, and PySpark is a plus. 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.

Job Description

• Aligns business strategy with software solutions.
• Proposes, designs & codes software solutions to address complex business needs.
• Oversees technical and procedural documentation required.
• Leads complex problem solving.
• Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues and solution development.
• Displays an innovative approach to apply 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

Qualifications Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role.

• Preferred Skills: Agile Methodology, Amazon SageMaker, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Computer Programming, Data Structures, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, System Designs
• Competencies: Application Design, Architecture, Packaged Application Integration, Product and Vendor Evaluation, Software Process Improvement (SPI), System Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting

Work Experience: Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. 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

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

Paid time off: 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.

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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For nearly 160 years, PNC has strived to make a meaningful impact for our employees, customers, communities, and shareholders. We believe our success and positive reputation are built on open and honest dialogue, an unwavering focus on smart risk management, relationship-based customer service and community investments. Our inclusive workplace allows our employees to be heard, valued, and developed to do their best work. Being a great place to work means we are making a lasting difference for everyone we serve.

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