Software Engineer Lead (java Full Stack Developer/angular/microservices)

Software Engineer Lead

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. As a Software Engineer Lead within PNC's Capital Markets organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Strongsville, OH.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer with deep expertise in front-end development, specifically Angular, and strong backend experience using Java-based microservices. This role will play a key part in designing, building, and modernizing enterprise-scale applications, with a primary focus on delivering high-quality, performant, and user-centric web interfaces while collaborating closely with backend, DevOps, and platform teams. The ideal candidate is hands-on, technically strong across the stack, and comfortable owning complex UI solutions while contributing to backend services, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native deployments.

Key Responsibilities

Front-End (Primary Focus)

• Lead the design and development of rich, responsive, and scalable UI applications using Angular (expert-level).
• Own front-end architecture decisions, including component design, state management, performance optimization, and accessibility.
• Collaborate with UX/design teams to translate designs into high-quality, reusable UI components.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility, responsiveness, and optimal user experience.
• Enforce front-end best practices, code quality, and standards through reviews and mentoring.

Back-End & Integration

• Design and develop Java-based microservices using Spring Boot and Spring Batch.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs, integrating front-end applications with backend services.
• Work with APIGEE as an API gateway/middleware for routing, security, and policy enforcement.
• Implement data persistence using Oracle Database and iBatis.

DevOps, CI/CD & Cloud-Native

• Ability to write and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
• Build and deploy containerized applications using OpenShift (OCP) and Docker.
• Collaborate with platform and SRE teams to ensure scalable, resilient, and secure deployments.
• Participate in production support, performance tuning, and incident resolution.

Quality, Security & Collaboration

• Perform code reviews using GitHub, SonarQube, and other code quality/security tools.
• Follow secure coding practices and contribute to vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Mentor junior developers and promote engineering best practices.
• Work in an Agile/Scrum environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Required Skills & Experience

Must-Have

• Multiple years of professional software development experience.
• Expert-level Angular experience (SPA development, component architecture, performance optimization).
• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
• Experience with Spring Batch.
• Hands-on experience with REST APIs and API integrations.
• Experience using APIGEE or similar API gateway/middleware platforms.
• Strong SQL skills with Oracle Database and/or Equivalent Database technology.
• Experience with GitHub, SonarQube, and modern code review practices.
• CI/CD experience using Jenkins.
• Hands-on experience with OpenShift (OCP) and containerized deployments.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with cloud-native architectures and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with front-end testing frameworks and automation.
• Exposure to performance monitoring and observability tools.
• Prior experience in regulated or large enterprise environments.

Soft Skills

• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to lead front-end initiatives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to balance UI excellence with backend and platform considerations.
• Mentorship and leadership capabilities within an engineering team.

Capital Markets Experience / Knowledge (highly desirable but not required):

• Derivatives product Asset classes: Rates, Foreign Exchange, Commodities (Energy), Credit
• Derivative sensitivity measures: Delta, Vega, Gamma, DV01, Theta, VaR, etc.
• Experience with 3rd party trading systems – Murex, Calypso, etc.
• Front Office (Trading, Sales/Marketing).
• Back Office / Operations (Trade Reporting, Settlements, Accounting, Finance, Collateral Mgmt)
• Risk Management (Market, Credit, Legal Compliance).

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.