Senior Associate Blockchain, Citizen Services, Advisory, Hyderabad

At PwC, this role focuses on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation, combining technical experience with creative thinking. The position involves analyzing and interpreting data to provide strategic insights for improving business performance, requiring strong analytical skills and effective communication. Within Advisory, the team transforms Government through Digital inclusion, and the candidate will work with government clients to bring about societal change, proactively managing multiple client engagements and taking ownership of project delivery.

Must Have

• Lead end-to-end development and deployment of blockchain applications
• Design and implement secure and scalable smart contracts and DApps
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and stakeholders to define blockchain solutions
• Evaluate and select appropriate blockchain frameworks based on project needs
• Perform code reviews, enforce coding standards, and ensure high-quality deliverables
• Mentor and guide junior blockchain developers
• Keep abreast of emerging trends, tools, and technologies in the blockchain ecosystem
• Ensure security best practices are followed in all blockchain implementations
• Create documentation and technical architecture diagrams
• 4+ years of experience in blockchain application development
• Strong expertise in developing smart contracts using Solidity or Rust
• Proficiency in Ethereum and/or other blockchain platforms such as Hyperledger Fabric, Corda or Solana
• Experience with blockchain development tools like Truffle, Hardhat, Ganache, Remix or Brownie
• Solid understanding of cryptographic principles (hashing, digital signatures, encryption)
• Strong programming background in languages such as JavaScript, Node.js, Python or Go
• Experience with Web3 libraries (web3.js, ethers.js)
• Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines

Good to Have

• Experience with DeFi, NFTs or DAO-based projects
• Familiarity with Layer 2 scaling solutions (Polygon, Optimism, zkRollups)
• Knowledge of IPFS, decentralized storage and oracles (e.g., Chainlink)
• Experience in integrating blockchain with frontend frameworks (React, Vue.js)
• Understanding of consensus algorithms (PoW, PoS, DPoS, PBFT)
• Exposure to cloud infrastructure and containerization (AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes)

Perks & Benefits

• Vibrant community of solvers
• Purpose-led and values-driven work
• Technology-powered environment that drives innovation
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in the real world
• Rewards for contributions
• Support for wellbeing
• Inclusive benefits
• Flexibility programmes
• Mentorship

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 business analysis at PwC, you will focus on analysing and interpreting data to provide strategic insights and recommendations for improving business performance. Your work will involve strong analytical skills and the ability to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.

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

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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.

Job Description & Summary:

At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 300,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance, Advisory and Tax services. Within Advisory, PwC has a large team that focus on transformation in Government through Digital inclusion. The open position is for a candidate who desires to work with government clients and bring about a change in society. A successful candidate will be expected to work pro-actively and effectively on multiple client engagements over the period of time and take ownership of the entire project delivery he/she entrusted with.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end development and deployment of blockchain applications
• Design and implement secure and scalable smart contracts and DApps
• Collaborate with product managers, architects and stakeholders to define blockchain solutions
• Evaluate and select appropriate blockchain frameworks based on project needs (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger, Solana)
• Perform code reviews, enforce coding standards and ensure high-quality deliverables
• Mentor and guide junior blockchain developers
• Keep abreast of emerging trends, tools and technologies in the blockchain ecosystem
• Ensure security best practices are followed in all blockchain implementations
• Create documentation and technical architecture diagrams

Mandatory skill sets:

• 4+ years of experience in blockchain application development
• Strong expertise in developing smart contracts using Solidity or Rust
• Proficiency in Ethereum and/or other blockchain platforms such as Hyperledger Fabric, Corda or Solana
• Experience with blockchain development tools like Truffle, Hardhat, Ganache, Remix or Brownie
• Solid understanding of cryptographic principles (hashing, digital signatures, encryption)
• Strong programming background in languages such as JavaScript, Node.js, Python or Go
• Experience with Web3 libraries (web3.js, ethers.js)
• Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines

Preferred skill sets:

• Experience with DeFi, NFTs or DAO-based projects
• Familiarity with Layer 2 scaling solutions (Polygon, Optimism, zkRollups)
• Knowledge of IPFS, decentralized storage and oracles (e.g., Chainlink)
• Experience in integrating blockchain with frontend frameworks (React, Vue.js)
• Understanding of consensus algorithms (PoW, PoS, DPoS, PBFT)
• Exposure to cloud infrastructure and containerization (AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes)

Years of experience required:

• 4+ years

Education qualification:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field

Education

Degrees/Field of Study required: Master Degree, Bachelor Degree

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications

Required Skills

Blockchain Technology

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Business Case Development, Business Data Analytics, Business Process Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Business Process Re-Engineering (BPR), Business Requirements Analysis, Business Systems, Communication, Competitive Analysis, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Feasibility Studies, Functional Specification, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, IT Project Lifecycle, Learning Agility {+ 19 more}

Desired Languages

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

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