Senior Manager - Solution Architect - Technology Consulting - Advisory

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Technology Strategy

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

Why Join PwC Ireland?

At PwC Ireland, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to building trust in society and solving our clients’ most complex challenges. Here, diverse teams collaborate across sectors and geographies to deliver innovative solutions that make a real difference.

We invest in your growth through continuous learning, leadership development, and access to cutting-edge technology, empowering you to shape your career and impact the future of business and society.

At PwC, our people in Enterprise and solutions architecture focus on designing and implementing seamless 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.

As a key leader within the Enterprise Architecture team, you will have the unique opportunity to help shape and grow the technology architecture and strategy function. You will work closely with clients to develop forward-looking roadmaps and innovative solutions that directly drive their business transformation and success.

In this role, you will contribute to setting the strategic direction for client architectures, lead high-impact projects, cultivate strong senior client relationships, and mentor the next generation of technology leaders.

This is a highly influential position where you can leverage your expertise in domain architecture and emerging technologies to build a dynamic environment that fosters both technological innovation and team growth, helping to define the future of technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Guide impactful projects while maintaining executive-level client relationships

• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages technological advancement

• Identify market opportunities and drive business success

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and excellence 

Your Profile

• At least 8 years of professional experience in technology operations and application architecture/solution architecture, with a strong focus on designing scalable, maintainable solutions. 

• Proven experience in one or more relevant domain areas (e.g., finance, healthcare, retail, etc.), understanding domain-specific challenges and technology needs. 

• Hands-on experience with modern architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, event-driven architecture, API design). 

• An understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and/or on-premises infrastructure. 

• Familiarity with emerging technologies and the ability to evaluate their applicability to business challenges. 

• Strong communication skills with an ability to collaborate effectively with clients, technical teams, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions. 

• Demonstrated ability to contribute to architectural roadmaps and align solutions with strategic business goals. 
• A strong blend of technical expertise and business acumen, enabling you to design solutions that align closely with client goals and deliver measurable business value.

• Experience collaborating directly with clients or internal stakeholders to co-create technology roadmaps and strategic initiatives.

• Effective communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. 

• A proactive mindset with a passion for staying current on emerging technologies and industry trends, and the confidence to challenge the status quo.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity and balance technical considerations with practical constraints.

• A track record of driving innovation and continuous improvement in architecture and delivery practices.

• Demonstrated leadership qualities, including mentoring junior team members and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Our commitment to you 
We’re committed to building an inclusive culture that empowers our people to thrive and feel a sense of belonging at PwC. We seek to attract talented people from different backgrounds with diverse perspectives who can bring innovation and creativity. At PwC, your hard work doesn't go unnoticed. We celebrate your achievements not just within the firm, but among your peers as well. Our rewards are designed to fit your unique lifestyle and needs.  And because being part of PwC should be rewarding every day, you'll have access to PwC perks a handpicked selection of exclusive discounts, experiences, and extras just for being part of our team. 

 

Application support 
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know (ie_experiencedhireteam@pwc.com). All requests will be treated confidentially and supported wherever possible to help you showcase your strengths. 

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analytical Thinking, Business Architecture, Business Continuity, Business Process Modeling, Business Process Workflow, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Digital Tooling, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Enterprise Application Integration, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Integration, Enterprise Service Bus (ESB), Google Cloud Platform, Inclusion {+ 21 more}

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Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

No

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