Architectural Associate Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Platform Engineering & Architecture

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in integration and platform architecture focus on designing and implementing seamless integration solutions and robust platform architectures for clients. They enable efficient data flow and optimise technology infrastructure for enhanced business performance.
Those in cloud and network architecture at PwC will focus on designing and implementing efficient and secure solutions for clients. You will be leveraging cutting-edge technologies to optimise infrastructure and enhance connectivity.
Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member's unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system.
Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.
Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables.
Develop skills outside your comfort zone, and encourage others to do the same.
Effectively mentor others.
Use the review of work as an opportunity to deepen the expertise of team members.
Address conflicts or issues, engaging in difficult conversations with clients, team members and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate.
Uphold and reinforce 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 Cloud and Network Architecture team you will lead the design and implementation of innovative cloud solutions that drive business transformation. As a Manager you will motivate and inspire your team while managing client accounts, achieving project success, and maintaining standards of quality and performance. This role offers the chance to work with advanced technologies and to mentor junior staff, contributing to the strategic direction of our firm.
Responsibilities
- Manage client accounts and secure successful project outcomes
- Mentor junior staff and foster their professional growth
- Embrace and implement advanced technologies
- Work with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- At least 5 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Certification(s) Preferred: Google Cloud Professional Certification, AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer
- Professional, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Certified Developer
- Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect
- Demonstrating knowledge of cloud platforms and technologies
- Building data processing pipelines to integrate large datasets from multiple sources in streaming and batch modes
- Implementing and designing AI/ML, including GenAI solutions using Vertex AI, AmazonQ, Azure/OpenAI
- Leading transformational projects centered around Azure or AWS or GCP Cloud services
- Possessing infrastructure configuration management skills using Chef, Puppet, Terraform, or CloudFormation
- Providing extensive software development knowledge with respect to cloud architecture, design patterns, and programming
- Understanding Cloud foundational components with hands-on experience in Azure or AWS or GCP Cloud IaaS & PaaS, Identity and Access Management; Software-defined networking, security, governance, compliance
- Having consulting and/or client-facing experience
- Managing project operations including effort estimation, staffing, budgeting, timelines, deliverables, risks, and issues

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $232,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 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-glanceAs PwC is anequal 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.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.Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workFor 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