Position OverviewAs a Product Owner II within PNC's Data, Modeling & Analytics organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA (or other location within the PNC Footprint).
The Product Owner II typically supports one to two enterprise platforms concurrently and is responsible for aligning priorities, guiding delivery teams, and driving successful outcomes in accordance with established architectural standards and organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
• Serves as the primary advocate for business and customer needs by setting priorities for the development team based on business value, risk, and strategic alignment.
• Communicates, and reinforces the product vision to ensure delivery teams clearly understand client requirements, business goals, and expected outcomes.
• Partners closely with the Scrum Master and delivery team to clarify requirements and support execution in alignment with release objectives.
• Reviews and accepts completed product increments, then communicates delivered business value, release outcomes, and key updates to stakeholders across the organization.
Required Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience serving as a Product Owner within an Agile environment
• Strong business analysis capabilities, including requirements elicitation, documentation, and stakeholder alignment
• Technical aptitude supporting backend platforms, enterprise systems, or complex data-driven solutions
• Experience managing multiple products, initiatives, or concurrent workstreams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to operate effectively within Agile and Scrum frameworks
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Change Navigator, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Advanced communication skills, including the ability to interpret complex technical discussions and translate them into clear, business-focused documentation and presentations
• Experience with Change[redacted] methodology requirements, including Change Navigator administration, project lifecycle awareness, development of high-quality business requirements and acceptance criteria in Jira, and familiarity with 1LOD and 2LOD risk management engagement practices
Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Strong technical acumen, including familiarity with API integrations, batch file ingestion, and Kafka data services
• Familiarity with customer data management principles and data quality practices
• Ability to present technical requirements effectively to audiences ranging from business leaders to technology design and development teams
• Demonstrated confidence in addressing live technical and business process questions, with the judgment to provide accurate responses or coordinate appropriate follow-up
• Exceptional organizational skills and proven ability to support multiple Agile teams simultaneously
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- Owns the vision and the definition of the product. Serves as the voice of the customer. Provides guidance to concentrate the Scrum Team(s) effort on correct priorities based on business value.
- Defines and conveys the vision to the team(s) in order to address client requirements to meet business objectives.
- Accountable for the creation of and the integrity of the product backlog. Prioritizes and leads grooming of the product backlog.
- Works in partnership with the Scrum Master(s) to ensure items are worked on in accordance with the product backlog. Serves as the primary point of contact for questions from the team(s).
- Accepts delivery of working product from the Scrum Teams(s). Reviews and validates Scrum Team(s) working product. Socializes the delivery of business value and outcomes of the iteration to various stakeholders.
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 SkillsAccountability, Customer Solutions, Data Visualization, Prioritization, Scrum, User Experience (UX) Design
CompetenciesAgile Development, Business Acumen, Design Thinking, Innovation, Interpersonal Relationships, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Managing Multiple Priorities, Matrix Management, Organizational Leadership, Planning and Organizing, Solutions Development
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)
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.
