IT Infrastructure Managed Services_Senior Associate (Sr.Analyst) - Python Developer - Operate

Job Description

At PwC, our people in infrastructure focus on designing and implementing robust, secure IT systems that support business operations. They enable the smooth functioning of networks, servers, and data centres to optimise performance and minimise downtime. Those in cloud operations at PwC will focus on managing and optimising cloud infrastructure and services to enable seamless operations and high availability for clients. You will be responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and implementing industry leading practices for cloud-based systems. Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn?t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow. Skills Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others. Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems. Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts. Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy. Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing. Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas. Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations. Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements. Python Developer Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Python-based applications and microservices. Build robust, reusable, and efficient backend components and RESTful APIs. Integrate applications with databases, third-party APIs, and cloud services (AWS/Azure/GCP). Work with DevOps teams to automate deployment pipelines and CI/CD workflows. Write clean, testable, and well-documented code following best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Data, QA, DevOps, UI/UX) to deliver complete solutions. Optimize application performance and scalability. Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers. Participate in system design, architecture, and technical decision-making processes. Other Requirements Strong proficiency in Python (3.x) and frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI. Experience with RESTful API development, microservices architecture, and asynchronous programming (AsyncIO, Celery, etc.). Proficient in SQL and working with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL (MongoDB). Experience in version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes). Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Understanding of unit testing, pytest, and code quality tools (flake8, black, mypy) Experience with data engineering, ETL pipelines, or data science integration. Knowledge of security best practices and API authentication (OAuth, JWT). Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation). Hands-on experience with message queues (RabbitMQ, Kafka, SQS). Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies. Qualifications Bachelor?s degree in Computer Science or related technology field preferred. Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in Python development. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.