Software Development Engineer (Back End) Summer Intern

At PitchBook, we are always looking forward. We continue to innovate, evolve, and invest in ourselves to bring out the best in everyone. We’re deeply collaborative and thrive on the excitement, energy, and fun that reverberates throughout the company. Our extensive learning programs and mentorship opportunities help us create a culture of curiosity that pushes us to always find new solutions and better ways of doing things. The combination of a rapidly evolving industry and our high ambitions means there’s going to be some ambiguity along the way, but we excel when we challenge ourselves. We’re willing to take risks, fail fast, and do it all over again in the pursuit of excellence. If you have a good attitude and are willing to roll up your sleeves to get things done, PitchBook is the place for you. About the Role: As a member of the Product and Engineering team at PitchBook, you will be part of a team of big thinkers, innovators and problem solvers who strive to deepen the positive impact we have on our customers and our company every day. We value curiosity and the drive to find better ways of doing things. We thrive on customer empathy, which remains our focus when creating excellent customer experiences through product innovation. We know that greatness is achieved through collaboration and diverse points of view, so we work closely with partners around the globe. As a team, we assume positive intent in each other’s words and actions, value constructive discussions, and foster a respectful working environment built on integrity, growth, and business value. We invest heavily in our people, who are eager to learn and constantly improve. Join our team and grow with us! As a Software Development Engineer Intern on our backend engineering team, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build a strong foundation in the full software development lifecycle. You’ll tackle a variety of challenges, with the support and guidance of our experienced engineers, as you contribute to creating innovative solutions that impact thousands of PitchBook customers every day. You’ll collaborate with professionals across the globe, all working towards a shared goal of delighting our customers and driving our business forward. We’re looking for someone with a growth mindset, who actively seeks feedback, engages others with empathy, and fosters a culture of belonging, teamwork, and purpose. Our Summer Internship is full-time program (40 hours per week) running from June – August 2025 (specific dates vary by office location). Please note, at this time PitchBook does not provide relocation assistance for our internships. Primary Job Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain: Work on PitchBook's authentication and identity services components under the guidance of senior engineers. Hands-on development will be a key aspect of your role. Professional development: Set and achieve a personal development goal during your internship, with support from your mentor and team. Code implementation: Write well-designed, testable, and efficient code that meets product requirements. Ensure adherence to coding standards and consider performance, scalability, reliability, and alignment with the organization’s goals. Collaborative development: Work closely with engineers, product managers, and other internal stakeholders in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality solutions. Code reviews: Participate in code reviews to provide and receive constructive feedback, contributing to the team's continuous improvement. Support the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviors. Participate in various company initiatives and projects as requested. Required Qualifications: Currently enrolled as a junior in a higher education program (college or university): Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Accounting, Business, and related majors preferred. To be considered for the intern position, applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. PitchBook will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status). The company may in its sole discretion extend your contract for a further fixed term period(s) to be agreed by you and the Company. Preferred Qualifications: Programming experience: Proficiency in Java or a similar object-oriented language, with hands-on experience in writing and debugging code. RESTful API knowledge: Understanding of RESTful principles and the ability to design and implement RESTful services. Authentication and identity: Basic knowledge of authentication and identity management frameworks (e.g., OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML) is a plus. Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Problem-solving abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges. Team collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team, with a willingness to request guidance when needed and contribute to group discussions. Learning mindset: Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and concepts, particularly in the areas of authentication, identity management, and microservices architecture. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including in-depth knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel with the ability to pick up new systems and software easily. Benefits + Compensation at PitchBook: Physical, Emotional, Social and Financial Health Comprehensive health benefits Robust training programs on industry and soft skills   Employee resource groups  Company-wide events Monthly transportation stipend (for interns working 40 hours/week) Compensation Annual hourly rate: $22/hour