AWS Architect - Director

At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions. Those in software engineering at PwC will focus on developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance. In this field, you will use your knowledge to design, code, and test cutting-edge applications that revolutionise industries and deliver exceptional user experiences.
Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

As part of the Software Engineering team you are expected to lead the design and development of large-scale distributed data processing systems. As a Director you are expected to set the strategic direction, lead business development efforts, and oversee multiple projects while maintaining impactful executive-level client relations. You are crucial in driving business growth, shaping client engagements, and mentoring the future leaders, maintaining PwC's reputation for quality, integrity, and inclusion.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of large-scale distributed data processing systems
- Set strategic direction for the Software Engineering team
- Drive business development efforts to identify growth opportunities
- Oversee multiple projects confirming impactful client relations
- Mentor and develop future leaders in the team
- Maintain PwC's reputation for quality and integrity
- Foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment
- Promote technological advancements in data processing systems
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7 years of experience
- Bachelor's degree or in lieu of a degree, demonstrating three years of specialized training and/or progressively responsible work experience in technology for each missing year of college.
What Sets You Apart
- Master's Degree in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Business Application Programming, Computer Applications, Computer and Information Science, Computer Systems Analysis, Computer Engineering, Computer Management, Computer Programming, Computer Systems Analysis, Data Processing/Analytics/Science, Game Design, Information CyberSecurity, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Industrial and Operations Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Internet Technology, Management of Technology, Software App, Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering & Accounting, Web Design, Webmaster and Web Management, Engineering and Business preferred
Preferred Certifications:
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified AI Practitioner, AWS Certified Developer - Associate, AWS Certified Solution Architect - Associate, AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer - Associate, AWS Certified Solution Architect - Professional, AWS Certified DevOps - Professional, AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer - Specialty
- PMP, SAFe Agilist
- Utilizing Java 8 or Python design and development
- Application frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring Cloud
- Microservices REST API builds and Event Driven Design
- Knative, Docker and container orchestration tools
- Kafka, Apache NiFi is preferred
- Database design, creation, manipulation and query
- Leading sales/pursuits with clients
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
The salary range for this position is: $155,000 - $410,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
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