Head of Technical Programme Management

Software Engineering
Management Level
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.

Those in software engineering at PwC will focus on developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance. In this field, you will use your knowledge to design, code, and test cutting-edge applications that revolutionise industries and deliver exceptional user experiences.

You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the Firm, you build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities.

Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.

Our teams apply deep technical expertise and a strong service-oriented mindset to support the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise-grade IT systems and applications. In this capacity, you will help lead and coordinate end-to-end execution of technology initiatives
- driving disciplined project planning, proactive stakeholder communication, and consistent service delivery across cross-functional engineering teams.

As a Technical Program Manager, you will engage in the dynamic world of software and product innovation, focusing on software engineering to drive impactful engagement team solutions. Within our Advisory practice, you will be at the forefront of technology consulting, leveraging your skills to manage and deliver software projects that meet engagement team needs. This role involves working closely with engagement teams to understand their requirements and translating them into actionable project plans, confirming seamless execution and delivery.

You will also engage in software project planning and business requirements analysis, contributing to the success of our engagement teams and the growth of your career.

Lead and participate in the development and implementation of software engineering projects.

Direct software project planning and management efforts to meet defined objectives and timelines.

Manage application lifecycle processes and integrate enterprise applications to enhance interoperability, business agility, and engagement team effectiveness.

Leverage kKnowledge in AI and emerging technologies

At least a 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 specialized training and/or progressively responsible work experience in Engineering Program Management for each missing year of college is required
- Having obtained Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certifications

Utilizing and demonstrating proficiency with project management methodologies and tools

Applying knowledge of software project planning and management

Managing multiple projects simultaneously

Identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies

Analyzing data to inform decisions

Engaging in business process improvement and management

Undersanding and leveraging AI technologies such as OpenAI and Claude Code

Excelling in project management tools, such as Microsoft Project and JIRA.

Prior experience utilizing programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++ to drive solution development.

Knowledge of established software development methodologies to improve project efficiency and quality

Travel Requirements
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. As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; 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:
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.