Forward Deployed Data Engineering - Senior Manager

PwC South Africa; New York (NY); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

PwC is seeking an Forward Deployed Data Engineering – Senior Manager to lead innovative software solutions within the Tax practice. You will combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver software products that transform digital capabilities and improve client outcomes.

Responsibilities include guiding teams through design, coding, testing, and requirements translation; conducting code reviews; solving complex issues with analytical thinking; and mentoring others while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• 6+ years of data engineering or related experience.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent client management and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with coding standards and thorough code reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation.
• Manage and guide teams in design, coding, and testing of applications that enhance user experiences.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate functional requirements into technical specs.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Apply analytical thinking and problem-solving to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Build and maintain client relationships to address evolving needs.
• Promote creativity and innovation within the team to foster rapid experimentation.
• Co-mentor team members to develop skills and achieve project goals.
• Validate outcomes with clients and incorporate feedback to improve solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Analytical thinking

Coding standards

Rapid experimentation

Systems thinking

Team leadership

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Data engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

As a Forward Deployed Data Engineering – Senior Manager, you will lead innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance within our Tax practice. You will combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver software products that revolutionize industries and provide exceptional user experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation.
• Manage and guide teams in the design, coding, and testing of applications that enhance user experiences.
• Utilize software engineering skills to deliver cutting‑edge products that meet client needs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify functional requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Apply analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot and debug complex issues.
• Build and maintain client relationships to understand and address their evolving needs.
• Promote a culture of creativity and innovation within the team to foster rapid experimentation and learning.
• Co‑achieve and mentor team members to develop their skills and achieve project goals.
• Validate outcomes with clients and incorporate feedback to improve software solutions.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 6 years of experience in data engineering or a related field.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Excellent client management and relationship‑building abilities.
• Advanced analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in coding standards and thorough code reviews.
• Experience with rapid experimentation and innovation.
• Systems thinking to identify opportunities.
• Ability to lead teams through complex and ambiguous situations.
• Effective communication skills for conveying impactful messages.

What Sets You Apart

• Excelling in client management and relationship building.
• Demonstrating advanced analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Utilizing coding standards and conducting thorough code reviews.
• Innovating through rapid experimentation and creativity.
• Applying systems thinking to identify opportunities.
• Leading teams through complex and ambiguous situations.
• Communicating effectively to convey impactful messages.

Travel Requirements

Up to 80% travel required.

Salary

The salary range for this position is: $124,000 – $335,000. 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.

Benefits

PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PwC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law.