Quality Engineer Lead (Python/JAVA)

Overview As Quality Engineer Lead, you will design and deliver scalable automated testing solutions that uphold quality across the SDLC. You’ll guide cross-functional teams, embed quality practices, and drive CI/CD integration and modern automation frameworks. You’ll shape testing strategy, governance, and metrics, ensuring release readiness across multiple applications. This role offers a chance to lead, mentor, and influence quality engineering at scale within a customer-focused, risk-aware banking environment. Compensation / Benefitsmedical/prescription drug coveragedental and vision options401(k) with PNC matchpension and stock purchase planspaid holidaysvacation days (depending on career level) ResponsibilitiesLead test strategy, planning, execution governance, and quality reporting for stakeholdersDirect test automation efforts and CI/CD integration across applicationsMentor QE talent and establish standards, metrics, and best practicesDefine test data, environments, and governance for scalable testingCollaborate with business and tech stakeholders to prioritize quality risks and testing needsProvide strategic direction for testing and act as SME for quality discipline and domain(s)Oversee end-to-end quality across multiple applications and domainsContribute to continuous improvement through QE Community of Practice participation Key requirementsStrong expertise in Python and Java for scalable testing solutionsProven ability to lead engineering teams and drive testing lifecycle best practicesExperience in architectural decisions and modern automation frameworksEnd-to-end project delivery across cross-functional teams and alignment with business goalsCommitment to continuous improvement and building high-performing QE teamsStrategic testing leadership and SME across quality discipline and domain(s)Experience driving test strategy, governance, and quality reporting to stakeholdersAbility to manage risks, defects, and release readiness across multiple appsAnalytical thinkingCoaching othersInfluencingPythonJavaTest automation