Software Engineer Principal Java, Python,

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 companys success. As a Software Engineer Principal within PNCs Lending Tech organization you will be based in Dallas TX Pittsburgh PA Birmingham AL Strongsville OH or Phoenix AZ.


Strong hands-on experience with Java 8 Java 11 and Java 17 development including modern language features performance optimization and migration strategies.

Experience developing and maintaining Groovy scripts and Python applications for automation integrations data processing scripting and business rule implementations.

Experience with Business Rules Management Systems (BRMS) and Rules Engines such as Drools Red Hat Decision Manager IBM ODM Blaze Advisor or similar platforms.

Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Design (OOD) SOLID principles Design Patterns Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and enterprise application architecture.

Experience designing and developing microservices event-driven architectures and cloud-native applications.

Extensive experience with system integrations including REST APIs SOAP services message queues event streaming and middleware platforms.

BPMN modeling tools such as jBPM or Camunda.

JSON Schema XSD XML and web services (RESTful and SOAP).

Experience building and documenting APIs using Swagger/OpenAPI specifications.

Experience writing and executing API test cases using SOAPUI Postman and automated testing frameworks.

Experience building and maintaining Azure Data Factory pipelines.

Experience using Groovy scripting within CI/CD pipelines workflow automation BPM platforms and enterprise application development.

Experience leveraging Python for data analysis API development automation orchestration ETL processes and analytics solutions.

Experience with API security standards including OAuth 2.0 JWT SSL/TLS and enterprise authentication frameworks.

Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines Git-based source control code reviews and DevOps best practices.

Job Description

Lead analytics and decisioning processes across multiple functions or business units leveraging complex analytical tools and technologies to create data-driven solutions while mentoring junior team members.

Define develop maintain and enhance APIs and decision services that support enterprise business capabilities.

Design develop and maintain enterprise applications using Java 8 Java 11 and Java 17 following industry best practices and coding standards.

Develop and manage business rules and decision services using enterprise rules engines/BRMS platforms ensuring scalability maintainability and business agility.

Design develop and maintain Groovy scripts and Python-based solutions to support application integrations workflow automation business rule execution analytics and operational processes.

Apply SOLID principles design patterns and modern software engineering practices to architect and deliver high-quality solutions.

Work with business and technology teams to define API contracts and service interfaces using Swagger/OpenAPI specifications.

Design and implement integrations between internal and external systems using REST SOAP messaging platforms event-driven frameworks and data services.

Develop Python-based utilities automation frameworks and ETL components to streamline data movement transformation validation and reporting processes.

Utilize Groovy scripting within BPM workflow orchestration CI/CD pipelines and enterprise applications to enhance process automation and operational efficiency.

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.

• 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 PNCs Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

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.

Application Development Business Management Customer Solutions Design Group Problem Solving JSON Process Improvements Python (Programming Language) Release Management RESTful APIs Software Solutions User Experience (UX) Design XML Schema Definition (XSD)

Application Design Architecture Packaged Application Integration Product and Vendor Evaluation Software Process Improvement (SPI) System Development Life Cycle Technical Troubleshooting

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree with 5 years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often lieu of a degree a comparable combination of education job specific certification(s) and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Bachelors

No Required Certification(s)

No Required License(s)

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Base Salary: $65000.00 $187200.00

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.

Generally this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 02/26/2026 although it may be longer with business discretion.

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.

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At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race color sex religion national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability veteran status or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and for any registered role the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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