Software Engineering Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania
Software Engineering Manager jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in enterprise software, financial technology, healthcare IT, and defense contracting, covering everything from first-time engineering leads to senior directors overseeing large distributed teams. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh anchor most of the openings, with a secondary cluster in the Harrisburg and King of Prussia corridors, where established employers like Comcast, SEI Investments, and UPMC maintain significant engineering organizations. Leadership roles focused on platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, and agile delivery are the specialties drawing the most interest from Pennsylvania hiring teams right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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 Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.
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
Application Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Solutions, User Experience (UX) DesignCompetencies
Agile Development, Application Delivery Process, Application Development Tools, Coaching Others, Design Thinking, IT Environment, Software Process Improvement (SPI), System TestingWork Experience
Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. At least 3 years of prior management experience is typically required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.Education
BachelorsCertifications
No Required Certification(s)Licenses
No Required License(s)Benefits
PNC 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 Statement
If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. 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 877-968-7762 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
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Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Software Engineering Manager Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- PNC Financial Services13

- Lutron Electronics4

- Comcast3

- CVS Health3

- Affirm2

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Manufacturing
- Banking & Financial Services
- Energy
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software engineering manager jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
- Five or more years of software engineering experience with at least two in a leadership or management role
- Demonstrated ability to hire, mentor, and retain engineering teams of five or more engineers
- Hands-on experience with agile methodologies, sprint planning, and cross-functional product delivery
- Proficiency with modern software development stacks, cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, and CI/CD pipelines
- Strong communication skills for aligning engineering roadmaps with business stakeholders and executive leadership
Software Engineering Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a software engineering manager in Pennsylvania?
The path in Pennsylvania starts with several years of individual-contributor software engineering work, followed by a move into a tech lead or senior engineer role where you begin managing project scope and mentoring junior engineers. Pennsylvania requires no state-issued license or certification for this role. Most hiring managers in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh look for a computer science or engineering degree and a record of shipping products end to end before considering a candidate for a management seat.
Which companies hire software engineering managers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring software engineering managers in Pennsylvania right now include PNC Financial Services, Lutron Electronics, and Comcast, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of large health systems, financial services firms, and defense contractors means demand for engineering leadership holds up even when national tech hiring slows.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most software engineering manager jobs?
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Harrisburg account for the largest share of software engineering manager openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia drives volume through its dense fintech, healthcare IT, and media technology sectors, while Pittsburgh's strength in robotics, autonomous systems, and university-anchored research pulls in engineering leadership roles from both established firms and growth-stage companies operating out of both metros.
Are there remote software engineering manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 35% of software engineering manager openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed modern engineering teams have become. Strategic planning, one-on-ones, roadmap reviews, and cross-functional coordination all translate well to remote formats, making this one of the more flexible management disciplines for location-independent work.
How can I get hired as a software engineering manager in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a tech lead role within your current or next engineering team, taking on hiring panels, sprint planning, and mentorship before seeking a formal manager title. Large Pennsylvania employers like Comcast and UPMC run structured associate and rotational programs that expose senior individual contributors to management responsibilities. Building a record of cross-team delivery, contributing to engineering hiring, and earning a credential such as a PMP or Certified Scrum Master strengthens a candidacy before the first official management application.
Where can I find and apply to software engineering manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to software engineering manager jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the available roles, identify the positions that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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