Lead Data Scientist

Data Scientist Lead developing analytical solutions for PNC's business needs. Directing data projects and advancing data science capabilities at PNC.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timePittsburgh • Arizona, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $209,300 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Directs and consults on analytical projects that leverage vast amounts of structured and unstructured data to extract actionable business insights.
Directs the data gathering, data processing and data mining of large and complex datasets.
Provides deep technical expertise to advance the data science capabilities of analytics teams.
Serves as a representative of PNC; understands the needs and challenges PNC is facing and provides thought leadership around data science activities both internally and externally.
Supervises the implementation of advanced analytics projects, and as an expert in the field, helps other data scientists present the analytical processes and outcomes to management.
Partners with Data Architects, Data Analysts, Data Engineers and Visualization Experts to develop data-driven solutions for the business.

What you’ll need

Preferred Skills: Analytical Thinking, Competitive Advantages, Data Analysis, Data Analytics, Data Mining, Data Science, Machine Learning (ML)
Competencies: Data Architecture, Data Mining, Disruptive Innovation, Information Capture, Machine Learning, Modeling: Data, Process, Events, Objects, Prototyping, Query and Database Access Tools
Work Experience: Roles at this level typically require a university/college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

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 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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Data AnalysisData AnalyticsData MiningMachine LearningData ArchitectureModelingPrototypingQuery ToolsDatabase Access Tools

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingThought Leadership

Certifications

Masters degreePhD