Senior Software Engineer, Python

PwC

Senior Software Engineer (Python) enhancing business performance through innovative software solutions. Focused on building client connections and navigating complex situations to deliver quality work in a tech-forward environment.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeHouston • Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $77,000 - $202,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Python programming for software development, with a strong focus on implementing CI/CD practices and building scalable cloud-native architectures. Excels in client management and analytical problem-solving while maintaining high coding standards and fostering collaboration across teams.

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Python ProgrammingContinuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)Client ManagementSoftware Design and ArchitectureAnalytical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentCode ReviewDebuggingMicroservices ArchitectureEvent-Driven ArchitectureAWS LambdaKafkaData Flow OptimizationAI-Assisted DevelopmentProduction Code Writing

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingIntellectual CuriosityLearning AgilityCollaborationNavigating Ambiguity

Tools & Technologies

AWS ServicesRedisS3CI/CD ToolsMessaging Pipelines

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Digital TransformationBusiness PerformanceSoftware QualityClient ExpectationsTechnical Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudKafkaMicroservicesPythonRedis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance
Designing, coding, and testing applications using Python and other programming languages to deliver exceptional user experiences
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate enterprise application architecture and microservices
Conducting code reviews and adhering to coding standards to maintain software quality
Implementing continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices to streamline software development processes
Debugging and troubleshooting issues to optimize application performance and reliability
Utilizing analytical thinking to interpret data and inform insights and recommendations
Upholding professional and technical standards, including the firm's code of conduct and independence requirements
Building meaningful client connections and managing client expectations effectively
Navigating complex situations and embracing change to foster personal growth and technical skills development
Design, build, and own standalone services extracted from legacy monolithic systems, organized around clear domain boundaries
Build event-driven, serverless architectures using AWS Lambda and related AWS services
Use Kafka to design reliable, high-throughput messaging and event streaming pipelines
Build and optimize data flows involving file ingestion, S3 staging, queuing, and cache-based matching (e.g., Redis)
Help re-architect high-transaction-volume systems (money transfer, early warning/fraud detection, settlement scalability, debit) for cloud-native scalability
Diagnose and resolve infrastructure capacity constraints, and design services that relieve pressure on network and systems that have reached the end of their useful lifespan
Write production Python code as the primary language for new services
Incorporate AI-assisted development practices (Claude) into your day-to-day workflow to accelerate design, coding, and review

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least a Bachelor's degree
At least 2 years of experience
Utilizing Python for advanced software development
Implementing Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices
Excelling in client management and relationship building
Applying analytical thinking to solve complex problems
Demonstrating proficiency in software design and architecture
Engaging in code review and maintaining coding standards
Navigating ambiguity with intellectual curiosity and learning agility

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
401k
holiday pay
vacation
personal and family sick leave
annual discretionary bonus