Position Overview
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 a(n) [position title] within PNC's [name of division] organization, you will be based in [city/state location of position].
Job Profile
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 an Associate Software Engineer within PNC's C/IB organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh PA, Strongsville OH, Birmingham AL or Dallas TX.
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.
As an Associate Software Engineer within PNC’s Technology organization, you will support the delivery of high-quality software solutions through test automation, validation, and continuous improvement practices. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with a strong foundation in Agile methodologies and a passion for ensuring application quality through modern testing tools.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop, execute, and maintain test cases and test scripts for web-based applications
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Build and enhance UI test automation frameworks using Playwright
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Utilize Jira Xray for test management, defect tracking, and reporting
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Participate in Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives)
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate business and technical requirements
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Identify, document, and track defects through resolution
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Support regression, integration, and functional testing efforts
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Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and automation coverage
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Ensure alignment with PNC’s SDLC and quality engineering standards
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working with Jira Xray for test management
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Familiarity with working in an Agile development environment
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Knowledge and/or hands-on experience with automated testing tools
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Experience building or executing UI tests using Playwright
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Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
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Basic understanding of software development lifecycle concepts
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
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Exposure to or experience working with Salesforce platforms
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Experience writing, executing, and documenting test cases
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Strong documentation and organizational skills
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Demonstrated willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
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Ability to work independently while contributing to a team
PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
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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.
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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.
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.
Application Development, Automation Testing, Automation Testing Tools, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, JIRA Tool, Process Improvements, Release Management, Software Solutions, UI Automation Testing, User Experience (UX) Design
Application Design, Architecture, Application Development Tools, Application Maintenance, Application Testing, System Development Life Cycle, Technical Writing/Documentation
Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree with < 1 year of professional experience and/or successful completion of a formal development program. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
Bachelors
No Required Certification(s)
No Required License(s)
Base Salary: $63,750.00 – $116,875.00
Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education.
Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 06/22/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.
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.
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 subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.
PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.
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