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AWS Engineer Manager

PwC

Chicago, ILOn Site

Original Job Summary

Overview

At PwC, the AWS Engineer Manager role focuses on developing innovative software solutions, leading teams, and driving digital transformation. You will design and develop large-scale distributed systems while mentoring junior staff and managing client accounts.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop large-scale distributed data processing systems.
  • Utilize programming languages such as Java, Scala, Python, and JavaScript.
  • Lead teams and manage client accounts with strategic planning.
  • Mentor and develop junior staff to enhance their skills.
  • Ensure project success, quality deliverables, and timely execution.
  • Embrace technology and innovation to improve delivery.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience (or equivalent training) is required. Leadership, technical proficiency, and mentoring skills are essential. Preferred certifications include various AWS credentials.

Technical Environment

  • Programming using Java, Scala, Python, and JavaScript.
  • Utilizing frameworks such as Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.
  • Building Microservices; REST API and Event Driven Design.
  • Deployment using Knative, Docker, and Kubernetes.
  • Monitoring tools like Splunk, Prometheus, and Grafana.
  • Agile methodologies.

Additional Information

This role requires up to 60% travel and is based in Maryland. PwC offers competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more. Learn more about PwC's working culture here.

Key skills/competency

  • AWS
  • Cloud
  • Distributed Systems
  • Java
  • Python
  • Team Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Microservices
  • Agile
  • Innovation

How to Get Hired at PwC

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight AWS, leadership, and technical skills.
  • Research PwC: Understand their product innovation and values.
  • Prepare for interviews: Be ready with technical and leadership examples.
  • Network actively: Connect on LinkedIn with PwC employees.
  • Showcase certifications: Emphasize AWS credentials and project successes.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review distributed system design patterns.
Practice Java, Scala, Python coding challenges.
Study microservices and REST API development.
Familiarize with Docker and Kubernetes deployments.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging leadership experience.
Explain conflict resolution within your team.
Discuss mentoring practices with colleagues.
Share a time you met tight project deadlines.