Product Owner III - Investment Trading Systems (Philadelphia)

Job Profile

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. As a Product Owner III - Investment Trading Systems within PNC's Asset Management Group Investment Office organization, you will be based in Philadelphia, PA.

We are seeking a Product Owner III - Investment Trading Systems to contribute to application enhancements and process improvements in partnership with our trading teams. The role focuses on delivering technology-driven upgrades in platforms such as Vestmark or Charles River, with additional experience in a regulated bank environment being preferred. Success requires navigating a framework that includes compliance, risk, and cross-functional stakeholder collaboration.

In this position, you will:

• Define and convey the vision to the team(s) in order to address client requirements to ensure a successful product for business objectives.
• Be accountable for the creation of and the integrity of the product backlog. Prioritize and lead grooming of the product backlog.
• Work closely with the Scrum Master(s) and development team(s), to ensure the right items are focused on during the development process.
• Coordinate with project managers, technology team, and controls partners for Change Governance

Preferred experience/skills include:

• Experience with trading applications (e.g., Vestmark, Charles River) and trade lifecycle processes
• End to end trade lifecycle knowledge (order creation, execution, allocation, settlement)
• Understanding of asset classes: equities, fixed income, ETFs, mutual funds, and digital assets
• Experience working directly with traders, portfolio managers, operations, and technology teams
• Experience with APIs for trading and market data integration
• Proven ability to deliver technology updates into business environments, including stakeholder coordination and testing
• Familiarity with compliance, risk, and control frameworks in financial services
• Strong analytical and communication skills to translate business needs into technical requirements

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 definition of the product. Serves as the voice of the Customer. Ensures the Scrum Team(s) effort is concentrated on the right priorities based on business value.
• Defines and conveys the vision to the team(s) in order to address client requirements to ensure a successful product for business objectives.
• Accountable for the creation of and the integrity of the product backlog. Prioritizes and leads grooming of the product backlog.
• Works closely with the Scrum Master(s) and development team(s), to ensure the right items are focused on during the development process. Primary point of contact for questions from the team(s) and is empowered to make decisions.

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

Accountability, Charles River Investment Management System, Customer Solutions, Data Visualization, Prioritization, Scrum, Trade Lifecycle, Trading Systems, User Experience (UX) Design

Competencies

Agile Development, Business Acumen, Design Thinking, Effective Communications, Innovation, Interpersonal Relationships, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Managing Multiple Priorities, Organizational Leadership, Planning and Organizing, Solutions Development

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Benefits

PNC 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), denta