Software Engineer Principal Sr

ZipRecruiter; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Software Engineer Principal Sr to join their team in Pittsburgh. This role involves leading technical development in a dynamic environment, utilizing Java and Agile methodologies to deliver innovative solutions. Candidates should possess significant experience in software development and strong leadership skills, with a focus on creating effective customer-facing applications.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive medical/prescription coverage

Dental and vision options

Paid time off including maternity and parental leave

Educational assistance

Wellness program with financial incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in application development and software solutions.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and team leadership.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design and development of software solutions.
• Direct business assessment and requirements analysis processes.
• Monitor security technology trends and ensure adaptability.

Skills

Java

API

Microservices

Spring

Oracle

Mongo

Web Services (Restful and SOAP)

Education

Bachelors

Job description

Job Description

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 Principal Sr within PNC’s C&IB organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Strongsville, OH or Dallas, TX. or Birmingham, AL. The position is primarily based in a PNC location. Responsibilities require time in the office or in the field on a regular basis. Some responsibilities may be performed remotely, at the manager’s discretion.

You will be responsible for working directly with the scrum teams in a JAVA technology environment utilizing AGILE methodology. You will provide daily technical leadership in agile ceremonies, help to define and adhere to technical standards across the team, eliminate and prioritize technical team problems and roadblocks. This role will lead the team (with the help of Scrum Master and Product Owner) in estimating, planning, designing solutions and developing the application with the scrum team. This position is accountable for hands-on technical leadership and design activities directly related to new application or rewrite / enhance existing Client Facing Portal platforms for engaging needs of Corporate and Commercial customers initiatives across our C&IB Digital – Products & development.

You will participate in activities related to all Client Facing Portal modules and ancillary initiatives all directly tied to the client facing platform. We are seeking a broad skilled technical individual that is a solid team player that enjoys challenges, in a fast paced, highly visible and challenging environment. The proper candidate must have excellent communication skills, understand strategic thinking, use sound judgment and be able to deliver on committed deadlines/objectives.

skills:
•\tJava
•\tAPI
•\tMicroservices
•\tOCP
•\tSpring
•\tOracle
•\tMongo
•\tWeb Services (Restful and SOAP)

Following skills are a plus:
•\tAngular / JavaScript exp.
•\tAgile exp.
•\tHTML, CSS

Job Profile:
•\tLeads in the technical design and development of cross-functional, multi-platform application systems.
•\tDirects business assessment and requirements analysis processes, for the development of hardware and operating systems.
•\tAnalyses features such as feasibility, associated costs, time, and the compatibility of new programs with existing programs, and hardware.
•\tEnsures that expected application performance levels are achieved. Coordinates coding, testing, implementation and documentation of application solutions.
•\tPerforms complex application programming activities including, coding, testing, debugging, documenting, maintaining, and modifying complex applications programs.

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

Job Description

• Leads the design, development, and maintenance of software solutions across multiple product lines.
• Directs and consults on all phases of software engineering life cycle and troubleshoots technical problems as needed using agile methods.
• Leads complex problem solving and resolves workflow problems through automation optimization.
• Monitors security technology trends and ensures the adaptability of techniques to various system architectures. Encourages sound technology choices are made and drive innovative technology architecture and solution design.
• Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues and solution development.

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.

SkillsApplication Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Solutions, User Experience (UX) Design

CompetenciesApplication Design, Architecture, Coaching Others, Design Thinking, IT Environment, Problem Solving, Software Process Improvement (SPI), System Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting

Work ExperienceRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. 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.

EducationBachelors

CertificationsNo Required Certification(s)

LicensesNo Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $80,000.00 – $185,150.00

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 04/14/2025, 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 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; 8 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.

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Accommodations Statement

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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 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 , , , , , , , , , 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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