Position OverviewAs an HR System Solution Architect within PNC's HR Information Systems organization, you will be based in Columbus or Cleveland, OH; Atlanta, GA; Dallas or Houston, TX; Chicago or Downers Grove, IL; East Brunswick, NJ; Pittsburgh, PA; or Birmingham, AL.
· Serve as a Varicent subject‑matter expert, responsible for platform configuration, administration, data integrity, and design decisions across incentive compensation programs.
· Analyze business and compensation requirements and translate them into scalable, compliant solutions, partnering closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, and incentive plan stakeholders.
· Lead the design and evaluation of Varicent architecture, including plan structures, hierarchies, rules, data mappings, and reporting models.
· Oversee Varicent‑related initiatives and enhancements, including demand intake, design validation, testing oversight, and production readiness.
· Review and validate inbound and outbound data, calculations, and reports to ensure accuracy, auditability, and consistency across payroll and downstream processes.
· Monitor and recommend improvements to Varicent data flows, processing efficiency, and reporting performance, proactively identifying risks and optimization opportunities.
· Provide advanced end‑user and stakeholder support, including issue triage, root‑cause analysis, and guidance on best practices.
· Lead or contribute to process improvements and automation related to incentive compensation administration and Varicent operations.
· Implement complex Varicent system and configuration solutions, including enhancements that reduce manual effort and increase reliability.
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- Analyzes, design and implements the organization's Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) platform, which may include system administration/support, improving the efficiency data collection and acting as a subject-matter expert for Varicent and Workday.
Serves as a subject‑matter expert for incentive compensation and HR data processes, partnering with HR, Payroll, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable system solutions.
- Consults on the evaluation, design and analysis of HRIS for the organization and overseeing related activities and projects.
- Reviews data input, output and reports to ensure the accuracy of data in the HRIS.
- Monitors and recommends solutions for improving the efficiency of data collection and reporting procedures.
- Provides end user support and coordinates with other human resources functions to ensure that the HRIS is adequately and efficiently supports the organization's human resources practices; May lead process improvements where relevant.
- Recommends and may implement complex systems and technology solutions.
PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
- 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.
- 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.
QualificationsSuccessful 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 SkillsDecision Making, Human Resources (HR) Software Systems, Human Resources Operations, Results-Oriented, Strategic Planning, Team Collaboration
CompetenciesApplication Development Consulting, Business Process Improvement, HR: Policies, Standards and Procedures, HRIS Operations, HR Operations, Human Resources Policies, Strategies And Environment, Internal Resource Coordination, Problem Solving, Project Management, Specific HR Systems Application
Work ExperienceRoles 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.
EducationBachelors
CertificationsNo Required Certification(s)
LicensesNo Required License(s)
Pay TransparencyBase Salary: $55,000.00 – $119,600.00
Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.
Application WindowGenerally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 05/13/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.
BenefitsPNC 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, visitpncthrive.com.
