IN_Senior Associate_Data Engineer_Emerging Business_Advisory_Bangalore

PwC South Africa; Bengaluru; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC South Africa is seeking a Senior AWS DevOps Engineer to architect, build, and maintain scalable, secure DevOps solutions on AWS. You will implement infrastructure as code, design robust CI/CD pipelines, manage Kubernetes clusters, and ensure reliability with proactive monitoring and security best practices.

The role requires hands-on AWS experience (EC2, S3, VPC, ECS, Fargate, Lambda), Terraform/AWS CloudFormation, and strong scripting skills.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience in AWS DevOps engineering.
• BE/B.Tech/MBA/MCA degree.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services (EC2, S3, VPC, etc.).
• Experience with Kubernetes and CI/CD tools.

Responsibilities

• Architect & Automate Infra provisioning on AWS cloud for Compute, Storage, Networking, Database & Data services.
• Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab, or AWS CodePipeline for automated deployments.
• Manage Kubernetes clusters, including deployment, scaling, and lifecycle management of containerized applications.
• Implement infrastructure as code using Terraform or AWS CloudFormation to automate provisioning and management of cloud infrastructure.
• Configure and manage foundational AWS services such as EC2, S3, ECS, Lambda, and VPC with best practices, ensuring secure and scalable architecture.
• Provide appropriate service endpoints and documentation for infrastructure components.
• Ensure system reliability and uptime through proactive monitoring, alerting, and incident management.
• Leverage cloud-native tools and services across AWS to optimize infrastructure and application performance.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, Shell, or other scripting languages to streamline operational tasks and improve system efficiency.
• Implement and manage observability tools such as AWS Cloudwatch, Grafana and Prometheus to monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Set up dashboards and alerts to provide actionable insights into system health and performance.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of applications.
• Conduct performance tuning, cost optimization, and security hardening of AWS environments.
• Participate in architectural reviews and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Skills

AWS Cloud

GitHub Actions

GitLab

Kubernetes

Terraform / AWS CloudFormation

Linux

Prometheus

Grafana

Python

Education

Bachelor of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering

MBA

MCA

Job description

Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Emerging Technologies Management Level Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

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. In emerging technology at PwC, you will focus on exploring and implementing cutting‑edge technologies to drive innovation and transformation for clients. You will work in areas such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the internet of things (IoT).

Why PwC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose‑led and values‑driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Job Description & Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and a Senior AWS DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for architecting, building, and maintaining scalable and secure DevOps solutions on AWS. This includes architect & automate infra provisioning on AWS, designing robust CI/CD pipelines, managing Kubernetes clusters, implementing infrastructure as code, and ensuring system reliability through proactive monitoring and observability practices. This role demands deep expertise in AWS cloud services, infrastructure automation, container orchestration, and modern DevOps practices to drive operational excellence and innovation. The candidate must have hands‑on experience with foundational AWS services such as EC2, S3, Networking Services (VPC, ELB, Route 53 etc.), ECS, Fargate, Lambda, and DevOps pipelines. They should be capable of configuring various AWS services at the infrastructure level using best practices and exposing appropriate endpoints.

Responsibilities

• Architect & Automate Infra provisioning on AWS cloud for Compute, Storage, Networking, Database & Data services.
• Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab, or AWS CodePipeline for automated and seamless deployments.
• Manage Kubernetes clusters, including deployment, scaling, and lifecycle management of containerized applications.
• Implement infrastructure as code using Terraform or AWS CloudFormation to automate provisioning and management of cloud infrastructure.
• Configure and manage foundational AWS services such as EC2, S3, ECS, Lambda, and VPC with best practices, ensuring secure and scalable architecture.
• Provide appropriate service endpoints and documentation for infrastructure components.
• Ensure system reliability and uptime through proactive monitoring, alerting, and incident management.
• Leverage cloud‑native tools and services across AWS to optimize infrastructure and application performance.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, Shell, or other scripting languages to streamline operational tasks and improve system efficiency.
• Implement and manage observability tools such as AWS Cloudwatch, Grafana and Prometheus to monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Set up dashboards and alerts to provide actionable insights into system health and performance.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of applications.
• Conduct performance tuning, cost optimization, and security hardening of AWS environments.
• Participate in architectural reviews and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Mandatory skill sets

• AWS Cloud (Compute, Storage, Networking, Database and Data Services)
• GitHub Actions
• GitLab
• Kubernetes
• Terraform / AWS CloudFormation
• Linux
• Prometheus
• Grafana
• Python

Preferred skill sets

• PowerShell Scripting
• Groovy
• AWS AI Services - Amazon SageMaker
• AWS Bedrock

Years of experience required: 4-8 Years

Education qualification: BE/B.Tech/MBA/MCA

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required

• Bachelor of Technology
• Bachelor of Engineering

Degrees/Field of Study preferred

• Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills Data Engineering Optional Skills

• Accepting Feedback
• Accepting Feedback
• Active Listening
• Analytical Thinking
• Artificial Intelligence
• Business Planning and Simulation (BW-BPS)
• Communication
• Competitive Advantage
• Conducting Research
• Creativity
• Digital Transformation
• Embracing Change
• Emotional Regulation
• Empathy
• Implementing Technology
• Inclusion
• Innovation Processes
• Intellectual Curiosity
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Learning Agility
• Optimism
• Product Development
• Product Testing
• Prototyping
• Quality Assurance Process Management
• {+ 10 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

• Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No

Government Clearance Required? No

Job Posting End Date September 7, 2026

Are you ready to make a difference?

Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We’ll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.