Java Lead

Software Engineer LeadAt 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 Lead within PNC's C&IB organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical LeadershipLead UI architecture and design decisions for web and responsive applications.Define UI standards, best practices, and reusable component libraries.Review code, enforce quality standards, and mentor UI developers.Guide adoption of modern UI frameworks and design systems.DevelopmentDesign and develop complex, scalable, and responsive UI solutions.Build reusable UI components using Angular / React / Vue and modern JavaScript/TypeScript.Integrate UI with backend services via REST APIs and microservices.Optimize applications for performance, security, and cross browser compatibility.CollaborationPartner with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and prototypes into high quality implementations.Work closely with backend engineers, architects, and DevOps teams.Participate in Agile ceremonies (PI planning, sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives).Quality & ComplianceEnsure UI compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG / ADA).Enforce secure coding practices and enterprise UI standards.Support automated testing (unit, integration, UI automation).Required QualificationsMultiple years of experience in UI / front end development.2+ years in a technical lead or senior UI role.Strong expertise in: HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, JavaScript / TypeScript, Angular, React, or Vue.Experience building Single Page Applications (SPA).Strong understanding of responsive and mobile first design.Experience consuming RESTful APIs and JSON.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Git based source control.Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments.Preferred QualificationsExperience with enterprise design systems and component libraries.Exposure to accessibility standards (WCAG 2.x).Knowledge of microservices based architectures.Experience with UI testing frameworks (Jest, Jasmine, Cypress, Playwright).Cloud exposure (AWS / Azure).Financial services or regulated industry experience.Soft SkillsStrong communication and leadership skills.Ability to influence technical direction and drive consensus.Proven mentoring and coaching experience.Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.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.