Senior Associate - Data Engineering

PriceWaterhouseCoopers Pvt Ltd ( PWC ); Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Mumbai is seeking a Senior Associate, Data Engineering, within Advisory, to lead data engineering engagements. You will design, develop, and optimize scalable data pipelines using Spark, PySpark, and Python, and work with cloud platforms such as Databricks, Azure, or AWS.

The role requires 5-8 years of experience in data services and data architecture. You will mentor a team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, ensure data quality and security, and help clients derive insights

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in data engineering or related roles.
• Strong experience with Spark, PySpark and Python.
• Experience with cloud-native data platforms (Databricks, Azure, AWS).
• Strong data warehousing, ETL, and data quality practices.
• Leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead data engineering engagements for clients, guiding architecture and implementation.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and data architectures.
• Mentor and manage a team of data engineers, ensuring high performance and growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across projects.
• Implement best practices for data engineering, including testing and documentation.
• Stay updated with industry trends in data and cloud computing.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Spark

PySpark

Python

Leadership

Azure

AWS

Databricks

Education

Master of Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

Databricks

SQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

IN_Senior Associate_ Data Engineering__ GCC _ Advisory _Mumbai Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Data, Analytics & AI Management Level Senior Associate

At PwC, our people in data and analytics focus on leveraging data to drive insights and make informed business decisions. They utilise advanced analytics techniques to help clients optimise their operations and achieve their strategic goals. In business intelligence at PwC, you will focus on leveraging data and analytics to provide strategic insights and drive informed decision-making for clients. You will develop and implement innovative solutions to optimise business performance and enhance competitive advantage.

*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: A career within Data and Analytics services will provide you with the opportunity to help organizations uncover enterprise insights and drive business results using smarter data analytics. We focus on a collection of organizational technology capabilities, including business intelligence, data management, and data assurance that help our clients drive innovation, growth, and change within their organizations to keep up with the changing nature of customers and technology. We make impactful decisions by mixing mind and machine to leverage data, understand and navigate risk, and help our clients gain a competitive edge.

Job Description & Summary: A career within Data and Analytics services will provide you with the opportunity to help organizations uncover enterprise insights and drive business results using smarter data analytics. We focus on a collection of organizational technology capabilities, including business intelligence, data management, and data assurance that help our clients drive innovation, growth, and change within their organizations to keep up with the changing nature of customers and technology. We make impactful decisions by mixing mind and machine to leverage data, understand and navigate risk, and help our clients gain a competitive edge.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and Senior Associate with 5-8 years of experience specializing in data services, data architecture, and data platforms to lead our Data engineering engagements. The ideal candidate will have a strong hands-on background in data engineering with specific expertise in Spark, PySpark, and Python . Additionally, experience with cloud-native data engineering platforms like Databricks , Azure Data Engineering or Amazon Web Services (AWS) is highly desirable. Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and architectures using Spark, PySpark, and Python. Lead and manage a team of data engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and performance management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver high-quality data solutions. Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all data engineering projects. Implement best practices for data engineering, including code reviews, testing, and documentation. Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies in data engineering and cloud computing. Work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements. Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure successful delivery of data engineering projects.

Required Skills

• Proven track record of designing and building scalable data pipelines and architectures.
• Hands-on experience with data processing and transformation.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud-native data engineering on platforms such as Databricks and Azure/AWS.
• Familiarity with cloud services related to data storage, processing, and analytics (e.g., BigQuery, Redshift, S3, EMR).
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with data visualization tools and techniques.
• Familiarity with machine learning and data science concepts.

Mandatory skill sets

• Strong experience with data engineering technologies, particularly Spark, PySpark, and Python.
• preferred skill sets : Proven experience in data engineering or related roles.
• Industry certifications related to data engineering or cloud platforms are a plus.

Experience and Education

• Experience : 5 - 8 Years
• Education qualification: B.Tech / M.Tech / MCA/MBA Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
• Degrees/Field of Study required: Master of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering
• Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills Databricks SQL Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Applied Macroeconomics, Business Case Development, Business Data Analytics, Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT), Business Intelligence Development Studio, Communication, Competitive Advantage, Continuous Process Improvement, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Architecture, Database Management System (DBMS), Data Collection, Data Pipeline, Data Quality, Data Science, Data Visualization, Digital Tooling, Embracing Change {+ 27 more} 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 June 17, 2026 Experience Level Senior Level