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Position OverviewAt 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 our employees feel respected, valued, and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Product Owner II within the PNC's Corporate & Institutional Banking organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA; Cleveland, OH; Brecksville, OH; Strongsville, OH; Birmingham, AL; Kalamazoo, MI; Denver; CO or Dallas, TX.
Job Summary:
The Product Owner II is responsible for maximizing the value delivered by a Scrum Team by clearly communicating product vision, priorities, and objectives. This role partners closely with business stakeholders, customers, and delivery teams to ensure backlog readiness, alignment to strategy, and delivery of measurable business value within PNC's Corporate & Institutional Banking organization.
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Candidates in MST must be available by 7:00 AM MST
Candidates in CST must be available by 7:30 AM CST
Key Responsibilities:
Own, create, prioritize, and maintain the Product Backlog based on business value, risk, and stakeholder input
Clearly communicate product vision, strategic objectives, and rationale for initiatives to the Scrum Team
Develop and articulate detailed requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria
Lead backlog refinement activities to ensure work items are defined, estimated, and ready for development
Actively represents customer, user, and stakeholder needs by gathering feedback and incorporating insights into backlog priorities
Make informed decisions on scope, priority, and acceptance of work in alignment with the Definition of Done
Participate in Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives
Evaluate completed work, capture feedback, and adjust priorities based on outcomes and data
Measure product performance and ensure delivery of measurable business value
Maintain and communicate a transparent, evolving product roadmap aligned with organizational strategy and team capacity
Communicate progress, risks, dependencies, and expectations to stakeholders in a timely manner
Required Qualifications:
Experience serving as a Product Owner or similar Agile product role
Strong understanding of Scrum and Agile delivery frameworks
Proven ability to manage and prioritize a product backlog
Experience writing clear user stories, requirements, and acceptance criteria
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to make data driven decisions related to scope, priority, and value
Experience working with cross functional teams in a fast paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience within financial services, banking, or corporate/institutional environments
Experience measuring and optimizing product outcomes and value
Familiarity with roadmap planning and long term product strategyPNC 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.

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 SkillsAccountability, Customer Solutions, Data Visualization, Prioritization, Scrum, User Experience (UX) DesignCompetenciesAgile Development, Business Acumen, Design Thinking, Innovation, Interpersonal Relationships, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Managing Multiple Priorities, Matrix Management, Organizational Leadership, Planning and Organizing, Solutions DevelopmentWork 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.EducationBachelorsCertificationsNo Required Certification(s)LicensesNo Required License(s)Pay TransparencyBase Salary: $75,000.00 - $150,000.00Salaries 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 01/15/2026, 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.

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