Quality Assurance Lead

PNC

20h • $55,000 - $1,417,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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 Quality Engineer Lead within PNC's ALM Tech organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Strongsville, OH or Dallas, TX. We are seeking a highly skilled Quality Engineer (QE) with a strong background in test automation and big data testing. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, executing, and documenting test scenarios using Python Spark, coordinating with cross-functional QE teams, and ensuring testing artifacts meet PNC standard testing formats. This role requires independence in script development, strong collaboration skills, and experience working within structured testing and documentation frameworks. Operating in a global delivery model, brings strategic direction to testing and acts as the subject matter expert for both the quality discipline and a line of business domain(s). Leads the review of testing artifacts throughout the product life-cycle to ensure appropriate sign off and prioritization of testing work. Including coordinating test strategy, scripting and defect resolution. Including ensuring early engagement with internal partners and proactive planning to ensure quality is a core area of focus early in the product lifecycle. Take accountability for quality standards in the development, implementation and upkeep test scripts and opportunities for automation of testing products. Developing meaningful management metrics that help to gauge project health. Identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement in product release. 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.

Requirements

• Strong experience with Python Spark for testing and test automation
• Solid background in test automation frameworks and methodologies
• Experience testing Big Data platforms, including Hadoop
• Hands-on experience with JIRA and X-Ray for test management and documentation
• Strong documentation skills with attention to detail
• Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience.

Nice To Haves

• Testing-related certifications (e.g., ISTQB or similar) are a strong plus
• Analytical Thinking
• Apache Hadoop
• Big Data
• Controls Testing
• Corporate Governance
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Quality Support
• Software Testing
• Test Automation
• Test Case Development
• Usability Testing
• Xray Test Management for Jira

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases using various testing tools and frameworks.
• Independently create and maintain test scripts and test scenarios using Python Spark.
• Conduct testing across big data environments, including Hadoop-based systems.
• Utilize JIRA X-Ray to manage testing activities, collect test evidence, and maintain complete testing documentation.
• Gather, organize, and submit testing artifacts in alignment with PNC standard testing formats.
• Coordinate closely with other Quality Engineers to collect test results, evidence, and documentation.
• Ensure all testing materials are properly compiled and ready for audit or submission purposes.
• Participate in defect tracking, analysis, and resolution activities.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level