Software Engineer Lead

Job ID: R222677Posted: 2026-08-07Location: PA - Pittsburgh (15222); TX - DallasType: Full timeCountry: United States of AmericaCompany: PNCPosition OverviewAt 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(n) Software Engineer Lead within PNC's Site Reliability Technology Engineering organization, you will be based in either; Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas, TX or Strongsville, OH.As a Software Engineer Lead at PNC you support the reliability, performance, and availability of PNC’s enterprise technology platforms. This role applies deeper technical knowledge to troubleshoot issues, improve monitoring, and contribute to automation and operational excellence within a production environment.Responsibilities:- Candidates should possess extensive hands-on experience with Windows Server administration in enterprise environments and demonstrate advanced PowerShell scripting skills. Experience developing automation solutions, managing infrastructure at scale, and supporting operational excellence is highly desirable.- Monitor system health, performance, and availability using observability tools (logs, metrics, dashboards)- Perform advanced troubleshooting across infrastructure, applications, and servers (Linux/Windows)- Execute and improve operational procedures, system checks, and production support processes- Develop and maintain automation scripts to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort- Contribute to dashboards, alert tuning, and monitoring enhancements- Document incidents, root cause findings, and runbooks- Partner with engineering and SRE teams to improve system reliability and stabilityQualifications:- Working knowledge of Linux and Windows Server administration- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills (logs, system performance, networking basics)- Experience supporting production environments / IT operations- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills- Ability to work independently and mentor junior team membersPreferred Qualifications:- Experience with observability / monitoring tools (Elastic, Dynatrace)- Hands-on scripting experience (PowerShell required; Python preferred)- Familiarity with automation and operational tooling- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)- Understanding of SRE principles, incident management, and reliability engineeringKey Skills: Linux, Windows Server, PowerShell, Python, troubleshooting, observability, monitoring, Elastic, Dynatrace, automation, scripting, cloud (AWS, Azure), system administration, logs, metrics, dashboards, SRE, reliability engineeringPNC 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 DescriptionCreates and leads the technical design and development of software solutions.Proposes & designs software solutions to address complex business needs. Prepares technical and procedural documentation required.Facilitates complex problem resolution.Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues. Reviews coding, testing, and documentation of software.Applies 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.QualificationsSuccessful 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 SkillsApplication Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, Mentorship, Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Solutions, Team Leadership, User Experience (UX) DesignCompetenciesApplication Delivery Process, Application Design, Architecture, Application Development Tools, Application Testing, Packaged Application Integration, System Development Life Cycle, Technical TroubleshootingWork ExperienceRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.EducationBachelorsCertificationsNo Required Certification(s)LicensesNo Required License(s)BenefitsPNC 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.Disability Accommodations StatementIf an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call View phone number on click.appcast.io and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. 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.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)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.California Residents Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.