**Specialty/Competency:** IFS - Information Technology (IT) **Industry/Sector:** Not Applicable **Time Type:** Full time **Travel Requirements:** Up to 20% At PwC, our people in integration and platform architecture focus on designing and implementing seamless integration solutions and robust platform architectures for clients. They enable efficient data flow and optimise technology infrastructure for enhanced business performance. Those in solution architecture at PwC will design and implement innovative technology solutions to meet clients' business needs. You will leverage your experience in analysing requirements, developing technical designs to enable the successful delivery of solutions. Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: + Lead in line with our values and brand. + Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership. + Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same. + Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking. + Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers. + Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together. + Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm. + Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements. The Opportunity As part of the System Architecture team you are expected to lead enterprise architecture initiatives and manage complex IT strategy projects. As a Director, you are expected to set the strategic direction, lead business development efforts, and oversee multiple projects while maintaining impactful executive-level client relations. You are expected to be crucial in driving business growth, shaping client engagements, and mentoring the future leaders, maintaining PwC's reputation for quality, integrity, and inclusion. Responsibilities - Lead enterprise architecture initiatives - Manage complex IT strategy projects - Set the strategic direction for system architecture - Oversee multiple projects and maintain executive-level client relations - Drive business growth and shape client engagements - Mentor and develop the future leaders - Confirm adherence to quality, integrity, and inclusion standards - Promote technological advances and innovation What You Must Have - High School Diploma - 8 years of experience in progressive roles leading IT architecture and engineering designs and domains What Sets You Apart - Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems preferred - Demonstrating thought leader-level knowledge about architectural domain - Leading architectural and IT strategy - Providing technical recommendations to senior leaders - Collaborating with other Solution Architects and Developers - Promoting a culture of innovation - Providing coaching and technical mentoring - Keeping abreast of enterprise architecture practices and trends Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work 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: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy. As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.  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. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines The salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $495,500, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance