IN_Senior Associate_Java Developer_GCC_Advisory_Bangalore

Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Operations Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives. As a business application consulting generalist at PwC, you will provide consulting services for a wide range of business applications. You will leverage a broad understanding of various software solutions to assist clients in optimising operational efficiency through analysis, implementation, training, and support. Why PWC At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us . At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. Role Summary: We are looking for an experienced Lead Full Stack Engineer with 10+ years of hands-on software development experience to design, architect, and deliver high-performance, scalable cloud applications. The role requires deep backend microservices expertise in Java and Spring Boot, strong frontend delivery capability using React.js, and proven experience in cloud-native application modernization, containerized deployment, engineering mentorship, and technical leadership. Responsibilities · Lead end-to-end technical implementations across backend services, frontend interfaces, integration layers, deployment workflows, and production support readiness. · Design, architect, and deliver scalable, secure, resilient, and high-performance cloud applications aligned with enterprise architecture standards. · Build and modernize backend microservices using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, event-driven patterns, and clean service boundaries. · Develop modern frontend client interfaces using React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, component-based design, reusable UI patterns, and API-driven integration. · Modernize legacy or monolithic application architecture into cloud-native, modular, scalable, and maintainable platforms. · Define technical approach, estimate implementation effort, guide engineering teams, and own delivery quality across sprints/releases. · Mentor developers on design patterns, coding standards, code review discipline, testability, performance engineering, and production-readiness practices. · Orchestrate application deployments using Docker and Kubernetes across cloud environments while coordinating with DevOps, platform, security, and QA teams. · Drive CI/CD adoption, automated build and release practices, environment configuration management, observability, and deployment governance. · Troubleshoot complex production issues, review logs and metrics, improve performance bottlenecks, and ensure application reliability and operational stability. Primary Skills Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, React.js, REST APIs Cloud & DevOps Skills Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, cloud deployment practices Experience 10+ years of hands-on software development experience Seniority Level Lead / Architect-level engineering responsibility Deployment mode Mandatory Skill sets: Backend Engineering - Java / Spring Boot · Strong hands-on experience in Core Java, Java 8+, collections, multithreading, exception handling, design patterns, and enterprise application development. · Expertise in Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data/JPA, Hibernate, RESTful API development, API versioning, and microservices architecture. · Experience designing scalable service-to-service communication, API contracts, error handling, resiliency, caching, transaction management, and secure backend services. · Strong understanding of relational databases and SQL, with practical experience in data modelling, query optimization, schema design, and database integration. · Ability to create technical designs, review architecture decisions, and guide teams on backend implementation best practices. Frontend Engineering - React.js · Strong experience in React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, ES6+, component lifecycle, hooks, state management, routing, forms, validation, reusable components, and frontend performance optimization. · Experience integrating React applications with REST APIs, handling asynchronous calls, browser debugging, API error handling, and responsive UI development. · Knowledge of frontend build tooling, package management, unit testing, accessibility basics, and secure frontend development practices. · Ability to collaborate with UX, product, backend, and QA teams to deliver clean, maintainable, and user-friendly client interfaces. Cloud, DevOps and Containerization · Hands-on experience with Docker for containerization, image creation, configuration, environment management, and deployment packaging. · Good working knowledge of Kubernetes concepts such as pods, deployments, services, ingress, config maps, secrets, scaling, and rollout/rollback strategies. · Experience working with cloud environments and cloud-native deployment practices; exposure to Azure, AWS, or GCP is preferred. · Practical experience with CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or equivalent platforms. Architecture, Modernization and Leadership · Proven experience in application modernization, decomposition of monoliths, microservices adoption, API-led integration, and cloud migration initiatives. · Ability to define solution architecture, technical roadmap, non-functional requirements, engineering standards, and implementation governance. · Experience leading engineering teams, mentoring developers, conducting technical reviews, resolving blockers, and aligning delivery with business priorities. · Strong ownership of code quality, security, performance, scalability, reliability, maintainability, and production-readiness. What Is Necessary for This Role · 10+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, with demonstrated delivery ownership in full stack enterprise applications. · Strong backend depth in Java and Spring Boot, not just coordination or team-management experience. · Practical React.js delivery experience with the ability to understand and guide frontend implementation decisions. · Prior experience designing or modernizing microservices-based architecture for scalable cloud applications. · Hands-on deployment exposure using Docker and Kubernetes; resource should be comfortable discussing containerization and cloud deployment flow. · Ability to lead technical discussions, mentor engineers, review code/design, and handle complex implementation decisions independently. · Strong communication skills for remote collaboration, stakeholder interaction, technical documentation, and cross-functional coordination. · Comfortable working in remote deployment model; profiles can be sourced from any location across India. Preferred s kill sets · Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP, including managed services, identity/security, monitoring, and deployment patterns. · Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, message-driven architecture, distributed tracing, API gateways, service mesh, or caching platforms. · Experience with test automation practices using JUnit, Mockito, Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, Selenium, or equivalent tools. · Knowledge of observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk, AppDynamics, New Relic, or cloud-native monitoring services. · Exposure to secure coding, OWASP principles, vulnerability scanning, SonarQube, code quality gates, and compliance-driven development environments. · Experience in Agile/Scrum delivery, backlog refinement, sprint planning, estimation, release planning, and production incident support. Preferred Candidate Profile · A hands-on engineering lead who can contribute technically while also mentoring and guiding developers. · Strong full stack project experience with Java/Spring Boot backend and React.js frontend, preferably in enterprise or cloud application environments. · Comfortable owning architecture discussions, implementation quality, deployment readiness, production troubleshooting, and stakeholder communication. · Able to work effectively in a remote deployment model with distributed teams across India Years of experience required: 4 - 8 yrs Education qualification: Education (B.E. / B.Tech / MCA/ M.E/ M.TECH/ MBA/ PGDM) Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of Technology, MBA (Master of Business Administration) Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Java (Programming Language) Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Reasoning, Analytical Thinking, Application Software, Business Data Analytics, Business Management, Business Technology, Business Transformation, Communication, Creativity, Documentation Development, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Implementation Research, Implementation Support, Implementing Technology, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Performance Assessment, Performance Management Software {+ 16 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Government Clearance Required? Job Posting End Date September 3, 2026