Data Architect - Director

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Data, Analytics & AI

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in data and analytics engineering focus on leveraging advanced technologies and techniques to design and develop robust data solutions for clients. They play a crucial role in transforming raw data into actionable insights, enabling informed decision-making and driving business growth.

In data engineering at PwC, you will focus on designing and building data infrastructure and systems to enable efficient data processing and analysis. You will be responsible for developing and implementing data pipelines, data integration, and data transformation solutions.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, 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 create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

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

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

As part of the Data and Analytics Engineering team you’ll lead the creation and implementation of impactful data and analytics solutions leveraging cloud technologies such as Azure, AWS, Google, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, and Azure Data Factory. As a Director you’ll set the strategic direction, lead business development efforts, and oversee multiple projects while maintaining influential executive-level client relations. You’ll be crucial in driving business growth, shaping client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders, maintaining a customer-centric approach that supports PwC's goals and vision.

Responsibilities

- Lead the development and implementation of innovative data and analytics solutions using cloud technologies

- Set the strategic direction for data and analytics initiatives

- Drive business development and growth within the data and analytics domain

- Oversee multiple projects to align with client needs and expectations

- Maintain and enhance executive-level client relationships

- Mentor and develop the next generation of leaders in data and analytics

- Foster a customer-centric approach to support PwC's goals and vision

- Promote a collaborative environment where technology and people thrive together

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- 10 years of experience

- Azure, Azure Databricks, Azure Data Factory, Azure Fabric, Spark, Python / SQL

What Sets You Apart

- Certification in one of the following cloud platform providers - AWS/GCP/Snowflake preferred

- Leading technology workstreams within larger projects

- Assessing client requirements and integrating advanced technology solutions

- Enabling top-notch delivery through thorough quality assurance checks

- Managing workstream financials and aligning with project objectives

- Building and maintaining client relationships to identify technological challenges

- Applying modern, cloud-based technology skills and researching emerging trends

- Contributing to the growth and profitability of the practice

- Representing PwC as a thought leader in technology-specific forums

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

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: $155,000 - $410,000. 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. 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