Quality Engineer Lead

PNC Bank•Pittsburgh, PA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

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.
University / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Analytical Thinking
Controls Testing
Corporate Governance
Quality Assurance (QA)
Quality Support
Software Testing
Test Case Development
Usability Testing
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

Responsibilities

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.
Provide strategic direction for testing and serve as a subject matter expert for both the quality discipline and supported line of business domain(s).

Benefits

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
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