Solution Architect - Java, API's

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As a Solution Architect within PNC's Lending Tech organization, you will be based in Dallas, TX, Pittsburgh, PA, Strongsville, OH or Birmingham, AL.

We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect to provide architectural oversight and technical leadership across our Credit Card Servicing Applications and Customer Journeys ecosystem and its vendor and distributed data landscape. This role will bridge mainframe and distributed platforms, driving end-to-end solution design, integration, and data governance across the FDR, CCH, NCS, CSH, CSE, REW, and ATZ mnemonics.

He or she will coordinate Architectural solutions with Credit Card Customer Channel platforms such as online banking, DSP, and Mobile is also a key component. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in data architecture - Oracle and MS SQL Server in particular, API/distributed system -Java/Angular/Microservices, and enterprise integrations, with the ability to coordinate cross-platform initiatives and ensure alignment with enterprise data strategies.

Architecture & Solution Design - Serve as the primary architect and technical lead for the Credit Card Servicing team, participating in Customer Journey crew solutions/planning Design and implement scalable, integrated solutions across all mnemonics as needed

Architect data flows and integrations between: - Mainframe systems (as integrates with distributed systems) - Distributed platforms (Oracle, MS SQL Server, APIs, Kafka, etc.)

Integration & Platform Alignment - Lead integration efforts across: o Distributed Oracle databases (CCH & CSH) o Ensure seamless data interoperability and consistency between legacy (mainframe) and modern (distributed) platforms. o Collaborate with engineering, data, and business teams to align system interfaces and data models.

Data Governance & Documentation - Drive comprehensive data documentation and lineage tracking as appropriate: - Establish and enforce standards for data governance, metadata management, and data quality.

Technical Leadership & Coordination - Provide architectural guidance for new initiatives, enhancements, and system modernization efforts. - Facilitate cross-team collaboration to ensure efficient execution of integration and data initiatives. - Partner with stakeholders to prioritize, plan, and deliver solutions aligned with business objectives.

Modernization & Continuous Improvement - Identify opportunities to modernize legacy processes and expand distributed capabilities within Credit Card Servicing applications.

Promote best practices in: - Data architecture - System integration - Performance optimization - Drive adoption of enterprise data platforms and tools.

Required

Qualifications - 8+ years of experience in solution architecture, data architecture, or related roles

Strong experience with: - Java, APIs, Micro Services, and Kafka - Oracle and MS SQL Server databases - Proven expertise in system integration and enterprise architecture design - Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and data flows - Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders

Preferred

Qualifications - Mainframe systems and other data environments would be a plus - Distributed data platforms (Hadoop ecosystem) would be a plus - Experience working with financial or enterprise data repositories (FDR-like environments) would be a plus - Familiarity with CCH/CSH ecosystems or similar data platforms would be a plus - Knowledge of BDH (Big Data Hub) environments would be a plus - Strong background in hybrid architecture (mainframe + distributed systems) - Experience documenting complex data ecosystems and lineage

Key Competencies - Strategic thinking and end-to-end architectural vision - Strong communication and stakeholder management - Ability to bridge legacy and modern technologies - Leadership in cross-team coordination and execution - Detail-oriented with a focus on data governance and documentation

Summary This role is critical in leading architecture for Credit Card Modernization, working to understand legacy processes, business outcomes, and benefits of when/how much to move into modernization in appropriate phases. The Solution Architect will ensure cohesive system design, robust data governance, and seamless collaboration across platforms and teams.

- Participates in defining functional designs and application systems architecture across all technologies and platforms. - Designs an application's technical infrastructure, such as specific databases, programming languages, utilities, and testing approaches. - Participates in the assessment of software defects discovered during the quality assurance process. - Participates in addressing enterprise-wide platform and technology requirements for applications. - Develops detailed programming instructions to solve business problems through automation support.

Preferred Skills Competitive Advantages, Customer Solutions, Data Architecture Development, Design, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Java, Machine Learning (ML), Microsoft SQL Server, Risk Assessments, Solution Architecture, Technical Knowledge

Competencies Analytical Thinking, Application Development Tools, Industry Knowledge, IT Architecture, Platform Architecture, Products and Services, Service Oriented Architecture Technologies, Software Process Improvement (SPI)

Work Experience Roles 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.

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 05/27/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.