Manager, Software Engineering

PwC Acceleration Center India

Chennai District

On-site

INR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prominent professional services firm in Chennai is seeking a Manager of Software Engineering to oversee the development of scalable applications. This role requires extensive experience in software delivery, team leadership, and collaboration across functions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with modern technologies, including Java, AWS, and DevOps principles. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work on innovative projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

12 years of experience in software engineering.
Proven leadership in managing engineering teams.
Strong understanding of DevOps principles.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of modern applications.
Supervise engineering teams to ensure project execution.
Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Ownership of technical solutions

Collaboration with project leads

Mentoring and guiding developers

Technical problem resolution

Continuous technical growth

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering

Tools

Java

.NET

Node.js

Python

React

Angular

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

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At PwC, our teams in Scaled Engineering Services are dedicated to delivering reliable, scalable, and cost-effective technology solutions that enable clients to achieve operational excellence and business agility. These teams apply technical expertise and a strong service‑oriented mindset to support the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise‑grade IT systems and applications. Professionals in engineering management roles will design and implement technology solutions to meet clients' business needs. You will leverage your experience in analysing requirements, developing technical designs to enable the successful delivery of solutions. Driven by a passion for engineering excellence and scalable design, you lead with purpose, guiding teams to deliver high‑quality solutions that meet complex client needs. You take ownership of defining reliable solutions ensuring technical integrity and enabling successful delivery through hands‑on leadership and mentorship. By leveraging your expertise in backend systems, cloud‑native technologies, and infrastructure best practices, you coach team members, maximize their strengths, and foster a culture of continuous improvement—all while aligning solutions with business goals and delivery commitments.

Skills

Take ownership of technical solutions and technical delivery, ensuring successful planning, estimation, execution, and deployment of complex IT initiatives.
Collaborate with project and engineering leads to drive shared accountability for technical quality, delivery timelines, and overall solution outcomes.
Mentor and guide developers and engineers, sharing solution insights and promoting best practices across the team.
Use code and design reviews as a platform to elevate team capabilities and encourage continuous technical growth.
Proactively address technical challenges, leading difficult conversations with clarity and professionalism, and escalating issues when necessary.

The Opportunity

When you join PwC Acceleration Centers (ACs), you step into a pivotal role focused on actively supporting various Acceleration Center services, from Advisory to Assurance, Tax and Business Services. In our innovative hubs, you’ll engage in challenging projects and provide distinctive services to support client engagements through enhanced quality and innovation. You’ll also participate in dynamic and digitally enabled training that is designed to grow your technical and professional skills.

As part of the Software and Product Innovation team you will lead the development of modern applications and drive innovative engineering solutions. As a Manager you will oversee engineering teams, fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement while delivering reliable and scalable solutions. This role offers the chance to work with advanced technologies and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver impactful projects that align with business goals.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of modern applications
Supervise engineering teams to promote successful project execution
Foster a culture of accountability and continuous enhancement
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align projects with business objectives
Utilize advanced technologies to drive innovative engineering solutions
Assure the delivery of scalable and dependable solutions
Mentor team members to encourage professional growth and development
Analyze project outcomes to identify areas for improvement

What You Must Have

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering
12 years of experience
Strong hands‑on experience in building modern applications using Java, .NET, Node.js, Python, or similar technologies with full‑stack capabilities, including front‑end development using either React or Angular.
Solid understanding of data engineering concepts such as data pipelines, ETL workflows, and working with large datasets
Good grasp of cloud‑native solutions and experience with platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP
Strong understanding of DevOps principles including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, containerization, and monitoring
Proven leadership in managing engineering teams and delivering reliable, scalable solutions
Ability to work in agile environments and manage delivery across sprints and releases
Familiarity with solution design, API integration, and secure development practices
Ability to engage with technical and solution architects to understand design goals and contribute practical implementation insights
Excellent communication, team mentoring, and problem‑solving skills
Oral and written proficiency in English required