Software Engineer Principal

Job ID: R220884Posted: 2026-07-17Location: AL - Birmingham (35233); AZ - Phoenix; PA - Pittsburgh; OH - Strongsville; TX - DallasSalary: $65,000.00 - $187,200.00Type: 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 Principle within PNC's Retail Management Information Systems Technology and Product Management organization, you will be based in either Birmingham, AL, Dallas, TX, Pittsburgh, PA or Strongsville, OH.As a Software Engineer Principle at PNC, you will have the following:Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & Architecture• Lead the design and implementation of end to end mainframe legacy Cobol application solutions.• Serve as the technical authority for application architecture, design patterns, and integration approaches.• Review and approve technical designs, code changes, and data integration logic to ensure quality, efficiency and consistency.• Guide teams on best practices for performance and maintainability.Application Development & Delivery• Hands on development and oversight of Cobol components/applications and legacy •Collaborate with product owners and business analysts to translate requirements into technical solutions.• Ensure timely delivery of features, enhancements, and defect fixes.• Promote disciplined change management and release practices.Team Leadership & Collaboration• Mentor and guide developers and junior team members.• Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues and solution developmentRequired Qualifications• 12+ years of software engineering experience with deep hands-on development expertise and proven technical leadership in mainframe/COBOL environments• Familiar with Endevor, mainframe DB2 database concepts, CICS and VSAM files.• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.• Strong spec writing ability• Able to work with business and operations to understand requirements and create high and low level designs to meet requirements.• Comfortable with learning new technologies not previously familiar with• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersPreferred Qualifications• Strong functional knowledge of the debit card product lifecycle• Experience in financial services or other highly regulated industries• Experience using ZOS connect tool to build/maintain rest APIsPNC 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 DescriptionAligns 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.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, COBOL, Customer Solutions, Debit Cards, Design, Group Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Solutions, User Experience (UX) DesignCompetenciesApplication Design, Architecture, Packaged Application Integration, Product and Vendor Evaluation, Software Process Improvement (SPI), System Development Life Cycle, Technical TroubleshootingWork ExperienceRoles 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.EducationBachelorsCertificationsNo Required Certification(s)LicensesNo Required License(s)Pay TransparencyBase Salary: $65,000.00 – $187,200.00Salaries 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.Application WindowGenerally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 05/19/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.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.