PwC India Looking for Associate/ Senior Associate at Delhi, India Full Time

Position Title: Lead Backend Developer

Grade/Level: Consultant/Senior Consultant

Business Unit: Advisory

Sub BU: Technology Consulting

– Government Technology (GovTech) Vertical

Location: Multiple (NCR, Jaipur, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Bhopal)

Expertise Keywords: Big Data Analysis, Data Modelling, SQL /NoSQL databases such as MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc. PLSQL, RESTful API, server-side frameworks (Express, Django, Spring, etc..). DBA. Programming using Java, Python, etc.. CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Containers, GIT.

Preface

At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 300,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance, Advisory and Tax services.

Within Advisory, PwC has a large team (GovTech) that focus on transformation in Government through Digital inclusion. The open position is for a candidate who desires to work with government clients and bring about a change in society. A successful candidate will be expected to work pro-actively and effectively on multiple client engagements over the period of time and take ownership of the entire project delivery he/she entrusted with.

Broad Role / Responsibilities

Broad role typically entails our resources to adopt problem solving approach to solve important client problems and extend support in monitoring / managing large projects, involving following responsibilities:

• Backend – Design, implement, and maintain server-side application logic. Develop robust and scalable APIs for use by various front-end interfaces and third-party applications.
• Database Management – Design and manage robust database schemas. Implement procedures for data storage, management, and security. Design and build conceptual, logical and physical DB layers. Model it according to the business needs.
• Performance Tuning – Implement performance tuning strategies to improve the efficiency and reliability of our applications. Analyse system functionality and identify bottlenecks to ensure optimal performance. Maintain Data Archives and purge when needed.
• Integration – Integrate front-end elements with server-side logic. Collaborate with front-end developers to align server-side with user-facing elements.
• Security – Implement security and data protection measures, at all levels – DB, API services. Apply Data masking and row-level and column-level security. Keep abreast of latest security issues and incorporate necessary patches and updates.
• Testing and Debugging – Write and maintain test code to validate functionality. Debug applications and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Collaboration and Communication – Collaborate with cross-functional teams including front-end developers, data integration engineers, reporting teams and product development. Communicate complex data findings in a clear and actionable manner to non-technical stakeholders.
• Continual Learning– Keep up to date with emerging tools, techniques, and technologies in data technologies. Engage in self-improvement and continuous learning opportunities to maintain expertise in the data science domain.
• End to end understanding of project and infrastructure involving multiple technologies (Data Analytics)
• Proactively identify problem areas & concerns related to data in the project; exploration of ways to tackle the issues and come-up with optimal solutions.
• Review of FRS/SRS/Design documents and other technical documents submitted by other technical teams
• Prepare “lessons learned” documentation for projects / engagements. Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.

Nice to Have:

• Orchestration tools such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of big data technologies.
• Experience of working with Government (Central, State, ULBs) / related agencies is preferred.

Broad Experience & Expertise Requirements

3 to 6 years of hands-on experience in handling large data volumes, Big Data Analysis, Data Modelling, SQL /NoSQL databases such as MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc. PLSQL, RESTful API, server-side frameworks (Express, Django, Spring, etc..). DBA. Programming using Java, Python, etc., CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Containers, GIT.

Knowledge & experience in handling structured, semi-structured and unstructured data sets.

Specific Past Work Experience Requirements

• 4+ Years of relevant experience in Backend technologies.
• 3 to 6 years of experience in developing and deploying enterprise applications

Educational Qualifications

· B.E./ B Tech/ MCA/ MBA

Certifications (added advantage)

· Data Science

· Data Analytics

· Machine Learning

Personality traits (a must)

· Strong communications skills, both written and verbal

· Ability to handle complex assignment independently

· Ability to work with ambiguity. Taking a systematic, structured view of situations.

· Ability to interact with client (senior government officials)

· Demonstrating willingness to ‘get hands dirty’ and developing a problem-solving attitude

· Strong personal and professional presence and self-confidence, capable of working effectively with senior team as well as all other levels.

PwC Professional leadership development framework focuses on five core attributes: Whole leadership, Business acumen, Technical capabilities, Global acumen and Relationships.

We use this framework to recruit, develop and assess our people, at all grades and all areas of our business, helping our people to meet the expectations of our clients, colleagues and communities in today’s changing global marketplace.