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# Forward Deployed Software Engineering - Senior Associate

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PwC (US) posts a senior FDE role to build what the customer runs in New York, NY and 2 more, at $77,000–$214,000 base, below the senior FDE median of $190,000 across 1,864 postings with pay. Forward Deployed Software Engineering Senior Associate within PwC's Tax practice, building custom software solutions for clients. Read from the employer’s posting on November 8, 2026.

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First seen Sep 2, 2026 · open on Workday as of Nov 8, 2026

**$77,000–$214,000** New York, NY +2 Full-time

Forward Deployed Software Engineering Senior Associate within PwC's Tax practice, building custom software solutions for clients.

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## At a glance

### Posted base pay

$77K–$214K Below the median

Midpoint $146K · median $190K

This job $77K to $214K. Senior FDE postings, 1,864 postings: the middle 50% of posted pay is $160K to $220K, median $190K.

### The work

Builds what the customer runs

Balance **Mostly building**

Project stages

1. Pre-sales (not covered)
2. Proof of concept (not covered)
3. Implementation
4. Operations (not covered)

Travel **Up to 80%**

- **Coding**: Writes production code

- **Builds for**: External customers

- **Level**: Senior

- **Role**: Technical lead

### What they ask for

Experience

- **2+ years** overall professional experience

Visa

- **No visa sponsorship**

### Do you meet what the posting states?

The posting asks for 2+ years. How many do you have?

The posting reads as a senior role. What level are you at now?

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## Conditions

- **Location**: New York, NY · Boston, MA · Chicago, IL

- **Employment type**: Full-time

- **Visa sponsorship**: Not available

- **Travel**: Up to 80%

- **Pay**:

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## The job description from PwC (US)

### Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

### Specialism

Software Engineering

### Management Level

Senior Associate

### Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Forward Deployed Software Engineering - Senior Associate, you will be at the forefront of developing innovative software solutions that drive digital transformation and enhance business performance. Within our Tax practice, you will leverage your technical skills and creative thinking to design, code, and test applications that revolutionize industries and deliver exceptional user experiences. As a Senior Associate, you will focus on building meaningful client connections and learning how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical skills. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality solutions while embracing ambiguity and using these moments as opportunities to grow.

In this role at PwC, you will utilize a broad range of tools, methodologies, and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems. You will develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing, using critical thinking to break down complex concepts and interpret data to inform insights and recommendations. Upholding professional and technical standards, you will contribute to the firm's code of conduct and independence requirements, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

Developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance
- Designing, coding, and testing applications to deliver exceptional user experiences
- Utilizing Java, Python, and JavaScript to create scalable and efficient software systems
- Managing API integrations and microservices to support seamless application functionality
- Conducting code reviews and adhering to coding standards to maintain software quality
- Implementing continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices to streamline development processes
- Analyzing business requirements and translating them into functional software designs
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve business processes through software solutions
- Debugging and troubleshooting software issues to optimize system performance
- Applying object-oriented design principles to develop robust software architectures
- Engaging in business requirements analysis to align software development with client needs
- Embracing change and demonstrating learning agility to adapt to evolving project demands

What You Must Have

At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 2 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

Utilizing Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) methodologies
- Developing applications using Java and Python programming languages
- Excelling in API Management and Microservices architecture
- Demonstrating proficiency in Object-Oriented Design (OOD)
- Navigating complex client relationships with effective communication
- Analyzing business requirements for process improvement
- Mentoring junior team members in software development practices

### Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

### Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $214,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 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

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.

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.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

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.

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## About PwC (US)

US member firm of a global professional-services network delivering audit, tax, deals, consulting, and technology transformation for enterprises.

Late-stage private · 5000+ people

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