Lead technology solutions development, manage project delivery, foster collaboration, guide teams, mentor leaders, and promote technological advances.
The Opportunity
As a Director, Solution Architect, AI-Native Engineering, you will lead the charge in developing innovative technology solutions within our Internal Firm Services practice. You will focus on implementing and delivering cutting-edge software solutions to clients, enabling seamless integration and efficient project execution. Your role will involve managing the end-to-end delivery process and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful technology implementations.
As a Director, you will set the strategic direction and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion, and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You will create a healthy working environment while maximizing client satisfaction and actively teaming across the PwC Network.
In this role at PwC, you will develop new ideas, solutions, and structures, driving thought leadership and promoting technological advances. You will identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the firm, adhering to professional and technical standards.
Responsibilities
- Leading the development and implementation of innovative software solutions to meet client needs
- Managing end-to-end technology delivery processes, confirming seamless integration and efficient execution
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful technology implementations and project outcomes
- Overseeing the creation and maintenance of product roadmaps and technology strategies
- Guiding teams in developing user stories and deliverable planning to enhance project delivery
- Promoting technological advances and fostering an environment where people and technology thrive together
- Identifying market gaps and converting opportunities into successful solutions for the firm
- Mentoring and developing the next generation of leaders within the organization
- Balancing strategic choices with system-level enablers to drive change and innovation
- Upholding professional and technical standards, adhering to the firm's code of conduct and independence requirements
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's degree or, in lieu of a degree, demonstrating in addition to the minimum years of experience required for the role, three years of Technology Delivery work experience for each missing year of college is required
- At least 8 years of experience with at least 5 years of AI technology experience (RAGs, LLM, AI Adoption)
What Sets You Apart
- Excelling in IT Business Strategy and IT Consulting
- Demonstrating proficiency in Software Development and Software Product Management
- Leading software development and project management initiatives in Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub, Copilot, etc
- Managing IT Infrastructure and IT Service Management (ITSM)
- Developing User Stories and embracing Rapid Experimentation
- Delivering Project Management and Project Risk solutions
- Promoting Process Improvement and Quality Assurance Process Management
The salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $423,780. For residents of Washington state the salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $504,500. 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. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, 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
As 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 (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
As a Director, Solution Architect, AI-Native Engineering, you will lead the charge in developing innovative technology solutions within our Internal Firm Services practice. You will focus on implementing and delivering cutting-edge software solutions to clients, enabling seamless integration and efficient project execution. Your role will involve managing the end-to-end delivery process and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful technology implementations.
As a Director, you will set the strategic direction and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion, and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You will create a healthy working environment while maximizing client satisfaction and actively teaming across the PwC Network.
In this role at PwC, you will develop new ideas, solutions, and structures, driving thought leadership and promoting technological advances. You will identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the firm, adhering to professional and technical standards.
Responsibilities
- Leading the development and implementation of innovative software solutions to meet client needs
- Managing end-to-end technology delivery processes, confirming seamless integration and efficient execution
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful technology implementations and project outcomes
- Overseeing the creation and maintenance of product roadmaps and technology strategies
- Guiding teams in developing user stories and deliverable planning to enhance project delivery
- Promoting technological advances and fostering an environment where people and technology thrive together
- Identifying market gaps and converting opportunities into successful solutions for the firm
- Mentoring and developing the next generation of leaders within the organization
- Balancing strategic choices with system-level enablers to drive change and innovation
- Upholding professional and technical standards, adhering to the firm's code of conduct and independence requirements
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's degree or, in lieu of a degree, demonstrating in addition to the minimum years of experience required for the role, three years of Technology Delivery work experience for each missing year of college is required
- At least 8 years of experience with at least 5 years of AI technology experience (RAGs, LLM, AI Adoption)
What Sets You Apart
- Excelling in IT Business Strategy and IT Consulting
- Demonstrating proficiency in Software Development and Software Product Management
- Leading software development and project management initiatives in Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub, Copilot, etc
- Managing IT Infrastructure and IT Service Management (ITSM)
- Developing User Stories and embracing Rapid Experimentation
- Delivering Project Management and Project Risk solutions
- Promoting Process Improvement and Quality Assurance Process Management
The salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $423,780. For residents of Washington state the salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $504,500. 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. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, 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
As 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 (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
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