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PNC•Strongsville, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Sr within PNC's Retail Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Dallas, TX, or Birmingham, AL. Due to the nature of this position we are seeking passionate Software Engineers. Candidates should have experience with the following: - Backend Architecture & API Engineering Design and implement scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices, delivering secure and performant APIs. Define and maintain API contracts, service integrations, and data models, ensuring reliability, consistency, and extensibility. - Code Quality, Reliability & Technical Leadership Own backend components end‑to‑end, applying best practices in clean code, testing, and CI/CD to deliver high-quality software. Provide technical leadership through code reviews, design guidance, and mentoring, while driving performance, stability, and continuous improvement. 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.

Requirements

Backend Architecture & API Engineering Design and implement scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices, delivering secure and performant APIs.
Define and maintain API contracts, service integrations, and data models, ensuring reliability, consistency, and extensibility.
Own backend components end‑to‑end, applying best practices in clean code, testing, and CI/CD to deliver high-quality software.
Provide technical leadership through code reviews, design guidance, and mentoring, while driving performance, stability, and continuous improvement.
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

Application Development
Business Management
Customer Solutions
Design
Group Problem Solving
Process Improvements
Project Development
Project Management
QA Project Management
Release Management
Risk Management
Software Solutions
User Experience (UX) Design
Application Delivery Process
Application Design
Architecture
Application Development Tools
Application Testing
Packaged Application Integration
System Development Life Cycle
Technical Troubleshooting
Technical Writing/Documentation

Responsibilities

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.