Software Engineering Manager

Position 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 Engineering Manager within PNC's Retail Tech organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Strongsville, OH. We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team of Software Engineers and Business Systems Analysts. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in managing .NET, Java, or Mainframe applications, combined with proven leadership experience in managing, coaching, and developing engineering talent. This role requires hands-on technical oversight, including code review, architectural guidance, and ownership of applications supporting reconciliation, IRA, and tax-related systems. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership • Lead, mentor, and coach a team of high-performing software engineers. • Provide hands-on guidance in software engineering best practices, coding standards, and modern development methodologies. • Review and approve technical change requests to ensure quality, avoid risk, and ensure success. • Serve as the technical escalation point for assigned portfolio of technical applications. Application & Systems Ownership • Oversee development and maintenance of applications, including reconciliation, IRA processing, and tax-related applications. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery and integration of solutions. People & Project Management • Drive Agile practices and ceremonies such as daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and grooming. • Foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment with a focus on continuous improvement. • Assess team workload and manage resource allocation to meet business objectives. Budgeting & Resource Planning • Own the team’s budget, including forecasting resource needs and managing costs. • Recommend staffing plans, contractor usage, and hiring needs based on upcoming initiatives and capacity. Communication & Collaboration • Communicate complex technical topics clearly to business and technical stakeholders. • Partner with leadership to set priorities and align engineering efforts with organizational goals. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). • 5+ years in a technical leadership or management role. • Proven ability to review code, provide technical direction, and ensure high-quality deliverables. • Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum or Kanban). • Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills. • Strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in financial services, banking, or regulated environments. • 5+ years of experience as a software engineer supporting .NET, Java, or Mainframe technologies • Strong experience managing API-based applications. • Background in modernization initiatives such as API development or migrating legacy systems. 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. Job Description Manages development projects, development teams and application support functions. Oversees multiple application programming and analysis projects which include development, installation and maintenance of application programs. Monitors and maintains adherence and compliance to quality standards on an ongoing basis. Maximizes staff contribution through professional growth and development, to increase teamwork and more effectively meet business needs. Analyzes applications to ensure that all systems that are developed, meet business needs and specifications. 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. PNC also has fundamental expectations of our people managers. As a manager of talent in PNC, you will be expected to: Include Intentionally - Cultivates diverse teams and inclusive workplaces to expand thinking. Live the Values - Role models our values with transparency and courage. Enable Change - Takes action to drive change and innovation that will transform our business. Achieve Results - Takes personal ownership to deliver results. Empowers and trusts others in decision making. Develop the Best - Raises the bar with every talent decision and guides the achievement of all employees and customers. Qualifications 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. Preferred Skills API Development, Application Development, Budget Management, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, Java (Programming Language), Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Engineering Management, Software Solutions, User Experience (UX) Design Compet