Quality Engineer Lead

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Position Overview As a Quality Engineer Lead (Python/JAVA) within PNC's Lending Technology Centralized organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh PA, Strongsville OH, Birmingham AL or Dallas TX. We are seeking a highly skilled Quality Engineer Lead (Python/JAVA) to design, develop, and maintain robust automated testing solutions that ensure high-quality software delivery. The lead will work closely with developers, product owners, and QE analysts to embed quality throughout the SDLC, focusing on test automation, CI/CD integration, and scalable test frameworks. Requirements: • Quality Engineer Lead (Python/JAVA) with strong expertise in designing, developing, and delivering scalable, high-quality testing solutions. • Proven ability to lead engineering teams, provide technical direction, and drive best practices across the testing lifecycle. • Skilled in making architectural decisions and implementing modern technologies and automation frameworks. • Experienced in managing end-to-end project delivery, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and aligning technical solutions with business goals. • Committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and building high-performing quality engineering teams. • Provide strategic direction for testing and serve as a subject matter expert for both the quality discipline and supported line of business domain(s). 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 • Leads the development and review of test strategies and plans to ensure alignment with project goals, including scope, tools, and testing approaches. Provides guidance to more junior team members regarding testing needs. • Identifies and addresses resource and environment gaps, escalating unresolved or recurring issues to appropriate Quality Engineer leadership. • Monitors and manages testing risks and defects, ensuring they meet ECO standards and are accurately reported. • Prepares and delivers test summary reports and documentation for Technology leaders, Governance/Risk teams, and business stakeholders. • Collaborates across teams and participate in Quality Engineer CoP meetings to support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. 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. 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 Analytical Thinking, Controls Testing, Corporate Governance, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Support, Software Testing, Test Case Development, Usability Testing Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Application Testing, Coaching Others, Influencing, Process Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Quality Assurance And Testing, Technical Documentation Management, Technical Troubleshooting Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered. Education Bachelors Certifications No Required Certification(s) Licenses No Required License(s) Language Assessments No Required or Preferred Language Assessments Pay Transparency Base Salary: $86,250.00 – $158,125.00 Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance. Application Window Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/03/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion. 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 [email protected] . Please include “accommodation request” in the subje