Back-End Software Engineer 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 Back-End Software Engineer within PNC's Retail Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas, TX, Strongsville, OH, Birmingham, AL, Phoenix, AZ, or Lakewood, CO.
We are seeking a Back-End Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using modern Java and Spring technologies. In this role, you will build and support reactive applications, develop RESTful APIs, and deploy cloud-native services on Kubernetes platforms. You will collaborate closely with Agile team members to deliver high-quality, secure, and maintainable software that meets business and technical requirements.
Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain backend services using Java (18+) and the Spring framework, with hands-on experience in Spring WebFlux for reactive application development
Implement and support RESTful APIs, following established technical standards and architectural patterns
Work with NoSQL databases, preferably MongoDB, including writing and maintaining queries as needed
Deploy, run, and support applications on cloud-native platforms based on Kubernetes, using OpenShift Cloud Platform
Perform regular application maintenance, including defect fixes, minor enhancements, and performance improvements
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in development and production environments using standard debugging, logging, and monitoring tools
Follow established coding standards, secure development practices, and SDLC processes
Collaborate within an Agile development team to complete assigned tasks and deliver committed work items
Skills & Qualifications • Strong experience with Java (version 18 or higher)
• Proficiency with the Spring framework, including Spring WebFlux
• Solid understanding of reactive programming concepts
• Experience designing and supporting RESTful APIs
• Hands-on experience with NoSQL databases; MongoDB strongly preferred
• Experience deploying and supporting applications on Kubernetes-based platforms, including OpenShift
• Ability to troubleshoot and support applications using logging, monitoring, and debugging tools
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and enterprise SDLC standards
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills • Exposure to frontend development using Angular
• Ability to assist with maintenance of user-facing components when needed
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.