Software Engineer Lead (JAVA FULLSTACK)

PNC•Farmers Branch, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Lead within PNC's C&IB's organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Dallas, TX. Looking for a Java Full Stack Lead to build and scale modern, high-performing applications. You’ll work across the stack developing responsive React UIs, building robust Java APIs, and driving automated deployments through CI/CD pipelines. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy owning features end-to-end, working in fast-paced environments, and solving real-world problems at scale.

Requirements

Strong experience in Java (Spring Boot) and backend services
Hands-on experience with ReactJS, JavaScript/TypeScript
Solid understanding of REST APIs and microservices
Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases and data modeling
Experience with Git (version control)
Experience with Jenkins / GitHub Actions / GitLab CI
Experience with Maven / Gradle
Experience with Docker (containerization)
Experience with Kubernetes (deployment & scaling)
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of Agile development practices
Understanding of performance, scalability, and reliability
University / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with distributed systems and APIs
Agentic and Prompt Engineering
Python Experience
Preferred Skills Application Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, Java Enterprise Edition, Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Solutions, Spring Boot, User Experience (UX) Design
Competencies Application Delivery Process, Application Design, Architecture, Application Development Tools, Application Testing, Packaged Application Integration, System Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting

Responsibilities

Build and enhance full-stack web applications (React + Java/Spring Boot)
Design and implement REST APIs and microservices
Integrate with external systems and APIs
Develop responsive UI components using React
Automate builds, testing, and deployment using CI/CD pipelines
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues across the stack
Collaborate with product, UX, QA, and DevOps teams
Creates and leads the technical design and development of software solutions.
Prepares technical and procedural documentation required.
Facilitates complex problem resolution.
Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues.
Reviews coding, testing, and documentation of software.
Applies modern principles, methodologies and tools to advance business initiatives and capabilities.

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.