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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. 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.

• Lead software engineering projects within the Software and Product Innovation group, overseeing planning, execution, and delivery in alignment with business requirements and engagement team support.
• Oversee software project planning activities, develop project plans, and manage the full project lifecycle to drive impactful outcomes.
• Guide teams through complex technical challenges while aligning with client needs and managed services objectives.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to define and prioritise product features, analyse business processes, and identify technology‑enabled improvements.
• Oversee the development and integration of enterprise applications using platforms such as Appian, Mendix and OutSystems.
• Demonstrate experience working with engineers utilizing programming languages such as Java, Python, SQL, .NET and C# to develop and maintain scalable software solutions, including micro‑services architecture.
• Guide teams in the application of Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD), Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) and application development frameworks.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards and troubleshoot technical challenges to improve software performance and consistency.
• Coach and mentor junior staff to strengthen team capabilities and promote adoption of innovative technologies and methodologies.
• Support engagement team management by addressing feedback and driving continuous improvement in software development practices.

• At least a Bachelor’s degree or demonstrate in lieu of a degree, three years of specialised training and/or progressively responsible work experience in Engineering Program Management for each missing year of college.
• At least 12 years of experience.

• Proficiency in Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD) and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD).
• Advanced knowledge of micro‑services architecture and API management.
• Experience managing complex software project planning and execution using established project management methodologies and tools.
• Certifications such as Project Management Professional, Certified ScrumMaster and PRINCE2.
• Business process improvement and management to optimise programme outcomes.
• Conflict resolution and team guidance.
• Data and performance metrics analysis for decision‑making.
• Financial resource management and budgeting.
• Proficient use of project management tools such as Microsoft Project and JIRA.
• Knowledge of AI technologies such as OpenAI and Claude.

Salary range: $114,000 – $132,000. 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, 401(k), holiday pay, vacation and personal and family sick leave.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race, colour, 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.

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