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Software Engineer Principal Senior

PNC
Pittsburgh, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Oct 2025

About the role

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 our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Software Engineer Principal Senior within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. The position is primarily based in a PNC location.

***PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.***

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

  • Leads the design, development, and maintenance of software solutions across multiple product lines.
  • Directs and consults on all phases of software engineering life cycle and troubleshoots technical problems as needed using agile methods.
  • Leads complex problem solving and resolves workflow problems through automation optimization.
  • Monitors security technology trends and ensures the adaptability of techniques to various system architectures. Encourages sound technology choices are made and drive innovative technology architecture and solution design.
  • Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues and solution development.

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, Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Solutions, User Experience (UX) Design

Competencies

Application Design, Architecture, Coaching Others, Design Thinking, IT Environment, Problem Solving, Software Process Improvement (SPI), System Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. 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)

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

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Company

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