Software Engineer Principal - Angular/Java/Kafka

Overview 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 Asset Management Group organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA; Philadelphia, PA; Cleveland, OH; Dallas, TX; Birmingham, AL; Denver, CO; or Phoenix, AZ. 1. Java Application Development & Modern Architecture Strong experience developing and supporting enterprise applications using Java. Expertise building scalable, resilient microservices and APIs. Experience with application modernization initiatives, including migrations from legacy technologies to open-source and enterprise-supported platforms. Knowledge of design patterns, performance optimization, and secure coding practices. 2. Front-End Development & User Experience Hands-on experience developing modern web applications using Angular. Ability to build responsive, user-centric interfaces and integrate seamlessly with backend services. Familiarity with component-based architecture, state management, and UI modernization efforts. 3. Event-Driven Architecture & Integration Experience leveraging Kafka for messaging, event streaming, and enterprise integrations. Understanding of distributed systems, asynchronous processing, and high-volume transaction environments. Ability to collaborate with shared services and enterprise integration teams to deliver scalable solutions. 4. DevOps, CI/CD & Platform Engineering Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes, preferably utilizing Jenkins. Knowledge of cloud-native development practices, infrastructure automation, monitoring, and operational support. Ability to improve application reliability, deployment efficiency, and delivery velocity. Preferred / Bonus Skill: Experience with Flowable BPM or similar Business Process Management (BPM) platforms is highly desirable. Exposure to workflow automation, business process orchestration, and enterprise Flowable implementations will be considered a strong advantage. 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 PNC's 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,