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 Principal within PNC's Retail Technology organization, you will be based in Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ, Dallas, TX, Pittsburgh, PA, Birmingham, AL, or Cleveland, OH. Due to the nature of this position we are seeking passionate Software Engineers. Candidates should have experience with the following: - Core Banking Domain SME & Technical Leadership Serve as a subject matter expert for core banking platforms and services, providing deep technical and domain guidance on account processing, transactions, customer data, and regulatory constraints. Lead technical knowledge-sharing sessions, design reviews, and architectural discussions with peer SMEs to align on best practices, patterns, and long‑term platform direction. - Architecture, Design Governance & Engineering Standards Drive solution architecture and design decisions for Java/Spring Boot microservices and MongoDB-based systems, ensuring scalability, resilience, data integrity, and security across core banking capabilities. Establish and influence engineering standards, API contracts, and deployment patterns while mentoring engineers and partnering with other principal-level SMEs to ensure consistent implementation across teams. 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 Leads in the development of the most complex new and emerging technologies and selects appropriate platforms, integrates and configures solutions. Leverages technical knowledge and industry experience to design, build and maintain technology solutions. Develops software components and hardware for new and emerging technology projects; aligns these with business strategies and objectives. Consults junior staff regarding complex issues and best practices. Provides a systematic analysis on the most complex client requirements within the traceability framework and resolves any functional problems encountered. Oversees the quality of complex project deliverables while ensuring that they are in compliance with relevant standards and processes. 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.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level