Position OverviewAs a Senior Software Engineer within PNC's Lending Tech organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh PA or Dallas TX.
Job DescriptionThe ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Java-based application development, microservices architecture, and API engineering, with a strong focus on backend system design, performance, scalability, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities- Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise-grade backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
- Build and support scalable, secure, and resilient microservices-based architectures.
- Design and develop RESTful APIs and service integrations that support internal and external business applications.
- Collaborate with architects, product owners, business analysts, and engineering teams to deliver technical solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Lead the technical design and implementation of complex software initiatives.
- Drive coding best practices, design standards, and code review activities.
- Optimize application performance, scalability, and operational stability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while implementing long-term solutions.
- Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
- Mentor junior developers and contribute to the technical growth of the engineering team.
- Support DevOps and CI/CD processes to streamline software delivery and deployment.
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of professional software development experience.
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Java
- Spring Boot
- Microservices Architecture
- RESTful API Development
- Backend Application Development
- Experience developing distributed, high-throughput, and highly available systems.
- Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles and design patterns.
- Experience with application performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications- Experience working in cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with messaging technologies such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar event-driven architectures.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices.
- Experience working within financial services, banking, or highly regulated industries.
- Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and influence engineering best practices.
- Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
- Provides detailed technical design and development of software solutions using existing and emerging technology platforms.
- Proposes & designs software solutions to address complex business needs.
- Writes code, tests and deploys software.
- Prepares technical and procedural documentation required for software.
- Maintains and debugs software.
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.
QualificationsSuccessful 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 SkillsAPI Development, Application Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, Java, Microservices Architecture, Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Solutions, Spring Boot, User Experience (UX) Design
CompetenciesApplication Delivery Process, Application Design, Architecture, Application Development Tools, Application Testing, Packaged Application Integration, System Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting, Technical Writing/Documentation
Work ExperienceRoles 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.
EducationBachelors
CertificationsNo Required Certification(s)
LicensesNo Required License(s)
BenefitsPNC 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.
