Software Engineer Principal

R223536 Job Profile 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 Pittsburgh, PA or Strongsville, OH or Dallas, TX or Birmingham, AL Role Overview The Software Engineer Principal role in the Retail Studio will be responsible for designing, building, and scaling capabilities supporting the Production Validation Environment (PVE) for Retail Banking. This role enables safe, synthetic-data-driven validation of production scenarios across Branch, Care Center, and future digital channels. This position operates within a fast-paced, startup-like engineering environment, focused on rapid delivery, high-quality engineering practices, and cross-functional collaboration with business, risk, and operations teams. Core Responsibilities Platform & Solution Engineering Design and build scalable services and applications supporting the Retail Studio / PVE platform Develop solutions that enable synthetic data modeling, validation workflows, and production scenario simulation Contribute to API-first architecture and reusable service frameworks (aligned with evolving API leadership roles) Retail & Banking Domain Execution Delivery capabilities aligned to branch, care center (CCCC), and retail customer use cases Translate business validation needs into technical solutions supporting production readiness Support expansion into more complex account structures and customer relationships over time Agile Delivery & Rapid Execution Participating in Agile/Kanban workflows tied to Retail Studio backlog and roadmap Deliver iterative releases aligned to tight timelines and critical path milestones Partner closely with engineering, product, and contract teams during build-out phases Engineering Excellence & DevOps Drive CI/CD, automated testing, and production-quality engineering practices Support release management, validation governance, and control frameworks for PVE Contribute to observability, resiliency, and scalable system design Team & Leadership Influence Act as a senior technical contributor and mentor for junior engineers Influence team structure and engineering practices during Retail Studio build-out Participate in hiring, interviewing, and shaping future team capabilities Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in software engineering (aligned with Sr / C4 leveling expectations) Strong experience in: Java / .NET / modern backend frameworks API development and microservices architectures Cloud platforms (Azure preferred within PNC ecosystem) Experience with: CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Automated testing frameworks and validation strategies Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional environments with business and risk partners Strong problem-solving and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in financial services / retail banking systems Knowledge of: Synthetic data generation or test data management Production validation or pre-production environments Experience working in startup-style or innovation labs / rapid engineering teams Familiarity with governance, risk controls, and compliance-driven development 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 Aligns business strategy with software solutions. Proposes, designs & codes software solutions to address complex business needs. Oversees technical and procedural documentation required. Leads complex problem solving. Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues and solution development. Displays an innovative approach to apply modern principles, methodologies and tools to advance business initiatives and capabilities. 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. Qualifications Successful 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 Skills Application Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, J2EE Technologies, Microsoft Technologies, Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Solutions, User Experience (UX) Design Competencies Application Design, Architecture, Packaged Application Integration, Product and Vendor Evaluation, Software Process Improvement (SPI), System Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. 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. Education Bachelors Certifications No Required Certification(s) Licenses No Required License(s) Pay Transparency Base Salary: $65,000.00 – $165,600.00 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 Window Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 05/29/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion. Benefits PNC 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. 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