Software Engineer Principal - SRC First Response

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability protection

401(k) match

Pension plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Dependent care reimbursement

Backup child care

Adoption reimbursement

Doula reimbursement

Educational assistance

Wellness program

Paid time off

Job summary

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer Principal to join the SRC First Response org in an in-office role serving Birmingham among other cities.

You will align business strategy with software solutions, design and code complex software, and lead problem-solving with strong guidance to teammates. The role emphasizes risk management, customer-focused design, and enterprise risk frameworks, with a broad software development remit and Lucy-like product evaluation

Qualifications

• University or college degree, or equivalent education, certification, and experience.
• 5+ years of industry-relevant experience in software development.
• Strong skills in application design, architecture, and integrated solutions.
• Experience with product and vendor evaluation, system development life cycle, and technical troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of customer-focused design, risk management, and enterprise risk frameworks.
• Preferred: release management, user experience design, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Align business strategy with software solutions.
• Propose, design, and code complex software to meet business needs.
• Oversee required technical and procedural documentation.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives and provide technical guidance to teammates.
• Apply modern principles, methodologies, and tools to advance business initiatives.

Skills

Software development

Application design

Architecture

Integrated solutions

Vendor evaluation

SDLC knowledge

Risk management

UX design

Process improvement

Release management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview

At PNC, employees are our greatest differentiator. As a Software Engineer Principal within the SRC First Response organization, you will work in Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Dallas, Birmingham, or Phoenix. The role is fully in‑office and focuses on delivering customer‑first, risk‑managed solutions.

Job Description

• Align business strategy with software solutions.
• Propose, design, and code complex software to meet business needs.
• Oversee required technical and procedural documentation.
• Lead problem‑solving initiatives and provide technical guidance to teammates.
• Apply modern principles, methodologies, and tools to advance business initiatives.

Qualifications

• University or college degree, or equivalent education, certification, and experience.
• 5+ years of industry‑relevant experience in software development.
• Strong skills in application design, architecture, and integrated solutions.
• Experience with product and vendor evaluation, system development life cycle, and technical troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of customer‑focused design, risk management, and enterprise risk frameworks.
• Preferred skills: release management, user experience design, and process improvement.

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $91,000.00 – $169,000.00. Salary may vary by location, market data, and individual experience.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability protection.
• 401(k) with PNC match, pension, and stock purchase plans.
• Dependent care reimbursement, backup child/elder care, adoption and doula reimbursement.
• Educational assistance for select programs.
• Robust wellness program with financial incentives.
• Paid time off: maternity/parental leave, up to 11 holidays, 9 occasional absence days, and 15–25 vacation days.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, contact [e-mail] with "accommodation request" in the subject. You may also call 877‑968‑7762 and say "Workday" for assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. This position is subject to federal and state regulations that prohibit hiring individuals with certain criminal histories.

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Application Window

This opening is expected to remain active for two business days from 06/23/2026.