Strategic Planning Product Owner III

Strategic Planning Product Owner III

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 Strategic Planning Product Owner III within PNC's Data and Automation Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Strongsville, OH, Dallas, TX, or Birmingham, AL.

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner to partner closely with our business and technical teams to drive the planning, delivery, and lifecycle management of machine learning solutions. This role will serve as a key liaison between stakeholders, ensuring ML models and platforms deliver measurable business value. The ideal candidate brings strong program management fundamentals, experience with cloud and DevOps environments, and the ability to influence without direct authority.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with business stakeholders to identify, plan, and deliver machine learning solutions aligned to strategic objectives
• Lead discussions with cross-functional teams on machine learning models, solution design, and expected business benefits
• Track end-to-end machine learning model lifecycle, including development, deployment, performance, and realized value
• Drive quarterly planning activities, roadmap development, and prioritization of ML initiatives
• Manage program and project lifecycles, ensuring delivery against scope, schedule, and quality expectations
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with technical teams, product owners, and business partners
• Influence decision-making and alignment across teams without formal authority
• Apply Agile delivery methods to manage work effectively and adapt to changing priorities
• Leverage project and program governance practices to ensure alignment with organizational standards

Skills/Experience:

Knowledge of ITIL and project management methodologies (e.g., PMP) Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools Proven experience in managing program/project lifecycles and delivering cloud projects Experience with Scrum, Kanban, or other Agile frameworks

Technology:

Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, & Google Cloud Experience with Confluence & JIRA Microsoft Office Suites (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.)

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.