Software Engineer Principal

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 Tech organization, you will be based in Dallas, TX., We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Java Developer with expertise in developing scalable web applications and mobile solutions for iOS and/or Android platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong backend development skills using Java technologies, modern frontend development experience, and the ability to design, develop, and support mobile applications that integrate seamlessly with enterprise services and APIs. This role requires collaboration with product owners, architects, UX designers, QA teams, and DevOps engineers to deliver high-quality digital solutions from concept through deployment and ongoing support., Full Stack Development

• Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Java and modern web technologies.
• Build scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices architecture.
• Develop responsive and intuitive user interfaces using Angular, React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS.
• Design and optimize relational and NoSQL database solutions.
• Integrate applications with internal and external APIs and third-party services.
• Participate in application architecture, design reviews, and technical planning sessions.

Mobile Application Development

• Design, develop, and maintain mobile applications for: o iOS (Swift and/or Objective-C) and/or o Android (Kotlin and/or Java)

• Develop and consume RESTful APIs for mobile applications.
• Implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Optimize applications for performance, reliability, and user experience.
• Support deployment through Apple App Store and Google Play Store release processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mobile production issues.

DevOps & Quality

• Develop automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Participate in CI/CD pipeline development and automation.
• Perform code reviews and enforce development best practices.
• Monitor and improve application performance and security.
• Support cloud-native deployments and containerized environments., * 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• 3+ years of experience developing Java enterprise applications.

• Strong experience with: o Java 11+ / Java 17+ o Spring Boot o REST API development o Microservices architecture o SQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL) o Git source control

• Experience with modern frontend frameworks: o Angular, React, or Vue

• Experience developing mobile applications for: o iOS, Android, or both platforms

• Understanding of Agile development methodologies., * Experience with both Android and iOS native development.

• Experience with cross-platform frameworks such as: o React Native o Flutter o .NET MAUI

• Experience with cloud platforms: o AWS o Azure o Google Cloud Platform

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.

• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and messaging platforms such as Kafka.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or GitLab.
• Mobile security, encryption, and secure coding experience.
• Exposure to financial services, banking, or regulated environments., Backend
• Java
• Spring Boot
• Spring MVC
• Hibernate/JPA
• REST APIs
• Microservices
• Maven / Gradle

Frontend

• Angular / React
• JavaScript / TypeScript
• HTML5
• CSS3

Mobile

• Swift
• Objective-C
• Kotlin
• Android SDK
• iOS SDK
• React Native (preferred)
• Flutter (preferred)

Data & Cloud

• Oracle
• PostgreSQL
• SQL Server
• MongoDB
• Azure / AWS
• Docker
• Kubernetes

Tools

• Git
• Jenkins
• SonarQube
• Jira
• Postman, * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and in collaborative Agile teams.
• Passion for delivering secure, scalable, and user-focused solutions.
• Ability to mentor junior developers and contribute to technical leadership discussions, 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

Android Operating Systems, Apple iOS, Application Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, Java, Kotlin Programming Language, 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., Bachelors

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.