Software Engineer Expert - Java Fullstack

PNC•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer Expert with deep expertise in Cloud native Architecture, Spring Frameworks, SOAP/REST APIs, J2EE, and Kafka to join our technology organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining end-to-end architecture, guiding solution design, and ensuring delivery of scalable, resilient, and high-performing systems. This role requires close collaboration with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and enterprise architects to align technology solutions with business goals.

Requirements

Cloud native Architecture
Spring Frameworks
SOAP/REST APIs
J2EE
Kafka
Java/J2EE and Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Security, Data, etc.)
Kafka for building streaming and event-driven architectures
12+ years of IT experience with at least 5+ years as a Solution Architect
microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, messaging systems, and integration patterns
cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
scalability, performance engineering, and security best practices
DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
NoSQL and relational databases (Cassandra, MongoDB, Oracle, PostgreSQL, etc.)
data streaming, real-time processing frameworks, and observability tools
Bachelors degree
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.

Nice To Haves

TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solution Architect, or similar certifications
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

Leads in the overall design of cross-functional, multi-platform, and Web-based application systems; oversees all application system processes.
Develops application architecture and blueprints aimed at reflecting enterprise business logic.
Defines application components, platforms, interfaces, and development tools. Directs mapping activities on specific technology platforms.
Provides technical guidance to application development teams. Consults on integration and conversion activities.
Conducts reviews, and analyses organizational needs and goals to develop and implement applications.

Benefits

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
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