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).

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity 

As part of PwC’s Tech Strategy practice, you will evaluate IT capabilities and develop strategies for achieving business objectives that drive innovation and operational excellence. As a Senior Manager you will lead teams to assess IT operations, identify digital transformation initiatives, and promote scalable and impactful solutions that enhance business performance across various functions and industries. 

Responsibilities

- Assess IT and technology related operations 

- Develop and implement strategies that foster cost reduction, service improvement, and innovation

- Lead teams in delivering quality client solutions

- Mentor junior staff to enhance their professional growth

- Confirm project timelines and quality standards are met

- Analyze operational processes to identify enhancement opportunities

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- At least 7 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

- Master's Degree in Technology, Mathematics, Engineering preferred

- Agile and SAFe certifications preferred

- Demonstrating strategic mindset and technical leadership

- Showcasing proven communication skills and ability to present cogently 

- Assisting organizations to identify and prioritize digital transformation initiatives

- Analyzing complex data using large data sets and turning them into meaningful insights

- Understanding emerging technology trends and the commercial solutions that support them

- Proactively driving innovation, sharing insights and contributing to thought leadership

- Familiarity with IT cost categorization used for baseline and benchmarking work 

- Developing and reviewing business cases and benchmarking analyses

- Understanding IT / Technology Operating Model including IT strategy, organization structure, governance, and culture to drive transformation in IT 

- Possessing proven analytical skills to quickly grasp and apply analytical frameworks to both qualitative/quantitative evidence

- Proficient in SDLC tools, cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, etc.), and foundational programming languages 

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

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.

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. 

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.



The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $280,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. 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