Software Engineer Lead; Python​/PyTest​/Selenium

Position: Software Engineer Lead (Python/PyTest/Selenium)
** Position Overview*
* Job Description Summary

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 Software Engineer Lead within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Looking for a Python with strong experience in PyTest/Selenium or Playwright, capable of building scalable automation frameworks, integrating with CI/CD pipelines, and validating both UI and API layers."

1) Core Technical Skills (Mandatory)

Python Development

- Strong hands-on experience in Python (3+ years typical)

- Proficiency in:

o OOP concepts, modular design

o Data structures and algorithms

o Package management and dependency handling

- Experience building scalable applications and utilities

Test Automation Frameworks

- Experience with at least one Python-based automation stack:

o PyTest / unittest frameworks

o Selenium Web Driver for UI automation

o Playwright (modern web automation)

Automation Coverage

- Ability to automate:

o UI testing (web apps)

o API testing (REST services)

o Integration / system testing

- Good understanding of:

o Test design (BDD/TDD concepts)

o Test data management

o Assertions and validations

QA Testing

- Create and Execute Manual testcases for both UI and backend applications

- Experience using Jira and generating Test summary reports.

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.

** Job Description*
* + Creates and leads the technical design and development of software solutions.

+ Proposes & designs software solutions to address complex business needs. Prepares technical and procedural documentation required.

+ Facilitates complex problem resolution.

+ Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues. Reviews coding, testing, and documentation of software.

+ Applies modern principles, methodologies and tools to advance business initiatives and capabilities.

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.

** Qualifications*
* 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.

** Preferred Skills*
* Application Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Pytest, Release Management, Selenium, Software Solutions, User Experience (UX) Design

** Competencies*
* Application Delivery Process, Application Design, Architecture, Application Development Tools, Application Testing, Packaged Application Integration, System Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting

** Work Experience*
* Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

** Education*
* Bachelors

** Certifications*
* No Required Certification(s)

** Licenses*
* No Required License(s)

** Benefits*
* PNC offers a…