Data Scientist - Data & Automation

PNC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PNC is seeking a Data Scientist for its Data & Automation - AI Governance & Oversight team, based in Pittsburgh PA, Strongsville OH, Dallas TX, or Birmingham AL. You will perform analytical tasks on large datasets, develop ML models, and help govern AI initiatives.

The role requires collaboration with Legal, Ethics, HR, Risk, and Technology; experience with Python, Tableau, Power BI; and the ability to present insights to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant industry experience required.
• University degree or equivalent; certifications may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of data analytics, ML, and AI governance.

Responsibilities

• Manage governance forum operations and documentation.
• Collaborate with Legal, Ethics, HR, Risk, and Tech to drive progress.
• Support Responsible AI reporting and IP tracking.
• Maintain visibility of the program through senior leadership reviews.

Skills

AI Risk Management

Analytical Thinking

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Competitive Advantages

Data Analytics

Data Mining

Data Science

Machine Learning (ML)

Education

Masters

Tools

Python

Tableau

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

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.

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Job Profile

As a Data Scientist in PNC's Data & Automation - AI Governance & Oversight organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh PA, Strongsville OH, Dallas TX, or Birmingham AL.

In this role your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage governance forum operations, including agenda creation, meeting preparation, decision tracking, action item follow-up, and documentation management.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders across Legal, Ethics, HR, Risk, and Technology, using strong relationship-building and influencing skills to drive progress.
• Support annual Responsible AI reporting activities, along with program innovation and intellectual property tracking.
• Thrive in a highly visible role where work is regularly reviewed by senior leadership and contributes directly to the program's official audit trail and governance record.

Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Suite, with a proficiency in Python, Tableau, and Power BI preferred.

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

• Performs analytical tasks on vast amounts of structured and unstructured data to extract actionable business insights.
• Participates in the data gathering, data processing and data mining of large and complex datasets.
• Develops algorithms using advanced mathematical and statistical techniques like machine learning to predict business outcomes and recommend optimal actions to management.
• Runs analytical experiments in a methodical manner to find opportunities for product and process optimization. Assists in the presentation of business insights to management using visualization technologies and data storytelling.
• May partner with Data Architects, Data Analysts, Data Engineers and Visualization Experts to develop data-driven solutions for the business.

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 Skills

AI Risk Management, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Competitive Advantages, Data Analytics, Data Mining, Data Science, Machine Learning (ML)

Competencies

Data Architecture, Data Mining, Disruptive Innovation, Information Capture, Machine Learning, Modeling: Data, Process, Events, Objects, Prototyping, Query and Database Access Tools

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

Masters