Quality Engineer – Lead

PNC

Quality Engineer Lead building Python/Java test automation for PNC’s lending technology platform. Leading testing strategy, CI/CD integration, risk management, and quality engineering teams.

Posted 9/3/2026full-timePittsburgh • Alabama, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $86,250 - $158,125 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing automated testing solutions using Python and Java, while providing strategic direction and leadership in quality engineering practices. Capable of managing end-to-end project delivery and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives.

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Python ExpertiseJava ExpertiseAutomated Testing SolutionsTest Strategy DevelopmentQuality Engineering Leadership

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Hard Skills

Automated TestingTest StrategyArchitectural Decision-MakingEnd-to-End Project DeliveryTesting Best Practices

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCollaborationKnowledge SharingProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Automation FrameworksTesting Tools

Industry Keywords

Quality EngineeringTesting SolutionsGovernanceRisk ManagementContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain robust automated testing solutions
Lead development and review of test strategies and plans aligned with project goals, scope, tools, and testing approaches
Guide junior team members regarding testing needs
Identify and address resource and environment gaps
Escalate unresolved or recurring issues to Quality Engineer leadership
Monitor and manage testing risks and defects according to ECO standards
Prepare and deliver test summary reports and documentation for Technology leaders, Governance/Risk teams, and business stakeholders
Collaborate across teams and participate in Quality Engineer CoP meetings
Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Provide strategic direction for testing and serve as a subject matter expert

Requirements

What you’ll need

Quality Engineer Lead with strong expertise in Python/JAVA and scalable, high-quality testing solutions
Ability to lead engineering teams, provide technical direction, and drive testing best practices
Skills in architectural decision-making and modern technologies and automation frameworks
Experience managing end-to-end project delivery and collaborating with cross-functional teams
Ability to align technical solutions with business goals
Strategic direction for testing and subject matter expertise in quality engineering and supported business domains
University/college degree typically required for roles at this level
3+ years of relevant/direct industry experience
In lieu of a degree, comparable combination of education, job-specific certifications, and experience may be considered
No required certifications
No required licenses
No required or preferred language assessments
Must not require employment visa sponsorship; PNC will not participate in STEM OPT

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Stock purchase plans
Dependent care reimbursement account
Back-up child/elder care
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
Robust wellness program with financial incentives
Maternity and/or parental leave
Up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year
15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level and years of service
Incentive eligible based upon company, business and/or individual performance