Entry Level Defense Contractor Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Data Engineering

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity
As a Forward Deployed Software Engineering - Experienced Associate, you will engage in developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance. Within our Tax practice, you will focus on designing, coding, and testing applications that transform industries and deliver exceptional user experiences. As an Associate, you will contribute to client engagement and projects while developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will be exposed to clients to learn how to build meaningful connections, manage and inspire others, and grow your personal brand by deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources.
In this role at PwC, you will apply your technical experience and creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions. You will be part of a fast-paced environment, adapting to work with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting unique challenges and opportunities for growth. You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. Embrace the opportunity to build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities within the firm.
Responsibilities
- Developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance
- Designing, coding, and testing applications that revolutionize industries and deliver exceptional user experiences
- Collaborating with team members and clients to gather information and analyze facts for software development projects
- Applying technical skills in programming languages such as Python and JavaScript to create efficient and scalable applications
- Utilizing application frameworks and software development methodologies to improve software design and functionality
- Conducting code reviews and quality assurance testing to maintain coding standards and validate software reliability
- Implementing continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices to streamline software development processes
- Troubleshooting issues and debugging software to optimize performance and user experience
- Engaging in business requirements analysis and functional requirements gathering to align software solutions with client needs
- Participating in enterprise application integration and API management to enhance system interoperability and functionality
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 1 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Demonstrating proficiency in API Management and Application Development
- Utilizing Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) methodologies
- Excelling in JavaScript (JS) and Python programming languages
- Applying Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles effectively
- Engaging in Business Process Improvement and Requirements Analysis
- Developing skills in Software Testing and Quality Assurance
- Adapting to diverse client needs and team dynamics

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $63,000 - $153,000. 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.