Line of Service
Advisory
Industry/Sector
Not Applicable
Specialism
Operations
Management Level
Senior Associate
& Summary
At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions.
In emerging technology at PwC, you will focus on exploring and implementing cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and transformation for clients. You will work in areas such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the internet of things (IoT).
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Responsibilities
IDE Rules Engineering: Design, write, and test custom rules files (e.g., for Cursor, VS Code) that enforce security best practices in real-time as developers code.
Local Automation Scripts: Develop lightweight, executable "skills" or scripts (Python/Bash) for endpoint pre-push security reviews, enabling developers to self-assess code before committing.
Pipeline Security Integration: Create and document best practices for GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS), optimizing CodeQL queries and Dependabot configurations for high-fidelity scanning.
Developer Experience (DX): Ensure all security tools are frictionless and high value for developers, minimizing noise and false positives.
Documentation: Write clear, actionable guides for engineering teams to adopt these new tools.
Required Knowledge & Skills
At least 3 years of experience in hands-on software development (Python, TypeScript, or Go preferred).
Developer Tooling Expertise: Deep familiarity with modern IDEs (VS Code, Cursor) and their configuration ecosystems (settings.json, extensions, rules files).
CI/CD & DevOps: Practical experience with GitHub Actions and GitHub AdvancedSecurity features (CodeQL, Dependabot).
Security Mindset: Deep understanding of SAST (Static Application Security Testing) for code quality and SCA (Software Composition Analysis) for dependency management (e.g., Dependabot, OSV).
AI Coding Proficiency: Direct experience using and configuring AI coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor) and understanding their context windows and prompting mechanisms.
Scripting Master: Strong proficiency in writing portable scripts for local automation (Python, Shell).
Problem Solving: Ability to create creative, lightweight solutions that run efficiently on local machines.
Experience in AI tools: Proven ability to implement AI thinking in the team and drive efficiencies across development lifecycles.
Mandatory skill sets:
AI/Agentic AI/Cursor, Github Copilot
Preferred skill sets
AI/Agentic AI/Cursor, Github Copilot
Years of experience required
3-7Years
Education qualification
B.Tech/B.E.
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of EngineeringDegrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Microsoft .NET
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Business Planning and Simulation (BW-BPS), Communication, Competitive Advantage, Conducting Research, Creativity, Digital Transformation, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Implementing Technology, Inclusion, Innovation Processes, Intellectual Curiosity, Internet of Things (IoT), Learning Agility, Optimism, Product Development, Product Testing, Prototyping, Quality Assurance Process Management {+ 10 more}
Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Government Clearance Required?
Job Posting End Date
June 16, 2026
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