About The Role

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Platform Engineering & Architecture

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As an AWS Modernization Specialist - Senior Manager, you will lead transformative projects within our Technology Consulting practice, focusing on software engineering and product innovation. You will engage directly with clients, leveraging your skills to drive modernization initiatives that enhance their technological capabilities. As a Senior Manager, you will apply your strategic vision and sound judgment to guide teams through complex challenges, fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. You will motivate and coach diverse teams, using your professional acumen to deliver impactful solutions and validate outcomes with clients.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will spearhead efforts in platform engineering and architecture, crafting and conveying clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story. Your ability to develop high-performing teams and navigate ambiguity will contribute to the success of our firm. You will be expected to innovate processes, drive results, and interact with clients at a strategic level, confirming project success and maintaining a commitment to excellence. This opportunity allows you to deepen your skills and evolve your professional network, making a significant impact in the realm of AWS modernization.

Responsibilities

Leading the modernization of software applications using AWS technologies and methodologies
Overseeing the development and integration of enterprise application architectures
Managing software development projects, confirming alignment with client requirements and timelines
Implementing Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to enhance software deployment efficiency
Coordinating with cross-functional teams to drive business process improvements and innovation
Conducting code reviews and maintaining coding standards to uphold software quality
Utilizing programming languages such as Java, Python, and C# to develop scalable solutions
Facilitating the adoption of microservices architecture for improved system performance
Engaging in strategic questioning to identify and address complex technical challenges
Promoting the use of agile methodologies in software project management
Validating software testing and quality assurance processes to confirm functionality and reliability
Coaching and mentoring team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and development

What You Must Have

At least a Bachelor's degree
At least 14+ years of experience
Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Computer and Data Engineering, Computer Science, Human Computer Interaction, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems/Technology, Machine Learning, Management Information Systems, Software Engineering
Leading large-scale software engineering projects with a focus on AWS modernization
Utilizing advanced skills in API Management and Microservices architecture
Demonstrating proficiency in Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices
Applying strategic thinking in Platform Engineering and Architecture
Excelling in client management and delivering innovative technology solutions
Developing and coaching high-performing teams in a technology consulting environment
15+ years of experience in software engineering.
6+ years of hands-on AWS experience in modernization or transformation.
Mastery of microservices architecture, domain-driven design, bounded contexts, and decomposition patterns.
Proven track record leading enterprise-scale modernization programs.
Extensive backend development experience with Java, Python, Node.js, or equivalent.
Expert-level REST/API development on Lambda/API Gateway with SAM governance.
Deep experience with event-driven architectures at enterprise scale (EventBridge, Step Functions, SQS/SNS, Kinesis).
Strong proficiency with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS, Fargate).
Experience establishing service mesh governance (App Mesh) and service discovery standards (Cloud Map).
Experience with complex database decomposition, DMS (AI-assisted schema conversion), and SCT.
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Proven ability to drive modernization strategy at the executive level.