Business Architect Senior

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 companyu2019s success. As a(n) Business Architect Senior (Salesforce Solutions Engineer) within PNC's Retail Banking- Operational Effectiveness team, you will be based in Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA, New York, NY or Pittsburgh, PA. Additional locations may be considered within PNCu2019s footprint. The Business Architect Senior / Salesforce Solution Engineer is a strategic, client facing technical expert who partners closely with business leaders, account executives, and cross functional teams to translate complex business needs into scalable Salesforce driven solutions. This role bridges the gap between business strategy and technology executionu2014advising stakeholders, architecting solutions, and ensuring successful adoption of Salesforce capabilities across the enterprise. The ideal candidate blends strong business acumen with deep Salesforce platform expertise, and excels at designing innovative, value driven solutions that support organizational growth and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities 1. Discovery & Technical Advising u2022 Partner with the Business on discovery sessions to understand business objectives, pain points, and technical requirements. u2022 Help Product Managers identify opportunities to streamline, automate, or enhance operations using your expertise on latest Salesforce capabilities. u2022 Serve as a trusted advisor, providing guidance on platform best practices, architecture standards, and technology alignment. 2. Solution Design & Demonstrations u2022 Architect tailored Salesforce solutions that align with business strategy, functional needs, and enterprise architecture principles. u2022 Build, configure, and deliver engaging, purpose built demos and prototypes that illustrate solution value and feasibility. u2022 Translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives for both technical and non technical audiences. 3. Product & Platform Expertise u2022 Act as an enterprise Salesforce subject matter expert, maintaining deep knowledge of Sales Cloud, Financial Services Cloud, AI tools, and extensibility options. u2022 Provide guidance on both declarative (click-based) and programmatic (Apex, Lightning Web Components, APIs) solution patterns. u2022 Stay informed about Salesforce releases, innovations, and industry trends to proactively recommend enhancements. Qualifications Required u2022 Extensive experience in Salesforce solution engineering, business architecture, or related roles. u2022 Strong understanding of Salesforce platform architecture, capabilities, and configuration tools. u2022 Proven experience designing end to end solutions that integrate business processes, technology, and user experience. u2022 Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills. u2022 Ability to translate business problems into scalable, high impact technical solutions. Preferred u2022 Salesforce certifications (e.g., Application Architect, System Architect, Sales/Service Cloud Consultant, Platform App Builder). u2022 Experience with large scale enterprise environments, multi cloud implementations, or complex integration landscapes. u2022 Background in pre sales engineering, or enterprise solution architecture. u2022 Familiarity with Banking, Financial Services, or at least Retail Sales Role Impact This role is instrumental in shaping how the organization leverages Salesforce to drive transformation, improve customer experiences, and enable operational efficiency. The Business Architect Senior ensures that Salesforce solutions are not only technically sound but strategically aligned to business goals. Job Description u2022 Provides guidance and advice on business architecture designs in complex projects, resolves difficult problems and ensures that all deliverables meet high standards in quality. u2022 Consults on best practices for junior staff in business architecture planning, processes, solutions, and Salesforce capabilities. u2022 Provides a systematic analysis on client requirements within the traceability framework and resolves any functional problems encountered. u2022 Oversees the quality of business architecture project deliverables while ensuring that they are in compliance with relevant standards and processes. 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 + Provides guidance and advice on business architecture designs in complex projects, resolves difficult problems and ensures that all deliverables meet high standards in quality. + Designs business architecture procedures, such as the target operating model and roadmap, while considering business strategies and goals. + Consults on best practices for junior staff in business architecture planning, processes, data modeling and business architecture tools (e.g. UML and BPMN.) + Provides a systematic analysis on client requirements within the traceability framework and resolves any functional problems encountered. + Oversees the quality of business architecture project deliverables while ensuring that they are in compliance with relevant standards and processes. 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 Competitive Advantages, Customer Solutions, Design, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Machine Learning (ML), Risk Assessments, Technical Knowledge Competencies Business Architecture, Business Process Modeling, Consulting, Industry Knowledge, IT Architecture, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Planning: Tactical, Strategic, Problem Solving Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. 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) Pay Transparency Base Salary: $123,000.00 u2013 $217,100.00 Salaries 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 Window Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 03/10/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion. 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), 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, visit . Disability Accommodations Statement If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at . Please include u201caccommodation requestu201d in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say

Created: 2026-03-12