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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 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.
Job Description

• Develops, tests and implements software solutions.
• Designs software solutions to address business needs.
• Writes code, tests and deploys software.
• Prepares technical and procedural documentation required for software.
• Maintains and debugs software.

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
Application Development, Back-End Development, Business Management, Customer Solutions, Design, Group Problem Solving, Java (Programming Language), Process Improvements, Release Management, RESTful APIs, Software Solutions, Spring WebFlux, User Experience (UX) Design
Competencies
Application Design, Architecture, Application Development Tools, Application Maintenance, Application Testing, Packaged Application Integration, System Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting, Technical Writing/Documentation
Work Experience
Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 2+ years of relevant professional experience. 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: $75,000.00 - $137,500.00
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 04/17/2026, 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 pncthrive.com.
Disability Accommodations Statement
If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include "accommodation request" 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 "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.
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