Position OverviewAs a Solutions Architect within PNC's Technology organization, you can be based in Pittsburgh PA, Cleveland OH, Phoenix AZ or Denver CO.
The Solution Architect is responsible for designing end-to-end technology solutions that align with business objectives, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and integration across enterprise platforms. This role bridges business needs and technical execution, guiding engineering teams and influencing architecture decisions across multiple systems.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
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Key Responsibilities:
Solution Design & Architecture
• Design scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions across applications, data, and infrastructure
• Translate business requirements into architectural blueprints and technical specifications
• Define integration patterns across enterprise systems, APIs, and third-party platforms
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and roadmaps
Technical Leadership
• Provide architectural guidance and direction to engineering teams
• Lead technical design reviews and ensure adherence to design principles
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and dependencies early
• Drive best practices in design, coding, and deployment
Stakeholder Engagement
• Partner with product, business, and engineering leaders to define solution strategies
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Support pre-sales or strategic initiatives through solution modeling and presentations
Delivery & Execution
• Support solution implementation across the full SDLC
• Ensure solutions meet non-functional requirements (performance, availability, security, compliance)
• Oversee integration and deployment strategies across environments
Governance & Standards
• Establish and enforce architecture standards, patterns, and frameworks
• Conduct architecture reviews and ensure alignment with enterprise governance
• Maintain documentation of architecture artifacts, decisions, and patterns
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Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, systems architecture, or solution design preferred
• Proven experience designing enterprise-scale applications and distributed systems
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Deep knowledge of APIs, microservices, and integration patterns
• Experience with security, compliance, and regulatory frameworks
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Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, TOGAF)
• Experience in financial services or highly regulated industries
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of data architecture, analytics, and event-driven systems
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Key Skills:
• Architecture & Design: Systems thinking, scalable design, solution modeling
• Technical Expertise: Cloud, APIs, microservices, distributed systems
• Leadership: Influencing without authority, mentoring teams
• Communication: Executive-level storytelling and technical translation
• Problem Solving: Risk identification, trade-off analysis, decision-making
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Success Metrics:
• Alignment of solutions to business outcomes and strategy
• Reduction in technical debt and architecture risks
• Delivery of scalable, reliable, and secure solutions
• Stakeholder satisfaction and adoption of architectural standards
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
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- Develops solution architecture and resolves complex issues in a variety of projects through the implementation of requirements analysis, expertise support and project supervision.
- Designs solution architecture in large or complex programs, including system and application designs, software and technical architecture, in accordance with strategies and objectives.
- Provides expertise for the solution architecture team and other IT staff on a variety of issues in software designs, system architecture and solution-oriented technologies.
- Communicates with clients and analyses business requirements and processes; makes recommendations, and leads in shaping future plans in solution architecture.
- Oversees solution architecture project outcomes, including hardware and software design; ensures that each project phase meets overall requirements.
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 SkillsCommunication, Competitive Advantages, Customer Solutions, Design, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Machine Learning (ML), Risk Assessments, Team Player, Technical Knowledge, Work Collaboratively
CompetenciesAnalytical Thinking, Effective Communications, Effectiveness Measurement, Industry Knowledge, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Planning: Tactical, Strategic, Platform Architecture, Problem Solving, Software Product Design/Architecture, The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF)
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 TransparencyBase 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 WindowGenerally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 05/21/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.
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.
