Associate Director of Cloud Engineering and Architecture
KPMG, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
KPMG is renowned for being an exceptional workplace where you can grow your career. As a provider of audit, tax, and advisory services across significant industries, our success stems from delivering meaningful results for our clients. Our culture promotes individual growth, embraces diversity, rewards innovative thinking, and actively supports our communities. With such values, it’s no surprise that we consistently receive accolades from prestigious publications like Fortune Magazine and Consulting Magazine. If you are eager to shape your future with us, we invite you to join our dynamic team.
KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director of Cloud Engineering and Architecture to become a vital part of our Audit Technology Alliance organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design and implementation of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architecture on Azure, specifically for high-performance generative AI microservices. Collaborate closely with AI/ML engineers and product managers to convert application needs into effective, cost-efficient infrastructure designs that accommodate modern AI agent patterns. Champion architectural innovation by assessing and integrating new Azure services and MLOps practices to improve performance and reliability. Advance our cloud platform through strategic enhancements of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and KEDA configurations for optimized auto-scaling and LLM utilization. Act as a senior technical authority and mentor for the engineering team, establishing best practices for infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, and cloud governance. Develop and implement a comprehensive monitoring and observability strategy to maintain high availability and performance standards that fulfill the needs of our global audit practice. Uphold KPMG's commitment to integrity, professionalism, and personal accountability in all interactions. Qualifications:
A minimum of eight years' experience in technical roles focusing on cloud architecture, solution design, and infrastructure management within an enterprise context. A Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related fields is preferred; a Bachelor’s degree is required. Expertise in Microsoft Azure, with hands-on experience in designing and deploying applications using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), KEDA, Azure Service Bus, and Azure AI Search. Preferred Azure certifications, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert. Strong skills in infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and experienced in supporting infrastructure requirements for AI/ML workloads, including RAG pipelines and LLM serving. Proven experience with agile methodologies and SDLC tools like Azure DevOps and Git, including constructing robust CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure provisioning. Exceptional problem-solving capabilities and strong communication skills, able to lead technical discussions and translate business goals into secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions. KPMG LLP and its affiliates comply with all local/state regulations. We prioritize a diverse workforce and consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination. More details about our benefits can be found on our careers site. Material job duties for this position may involve assessing criminal history as it relates to job responsibilities. Qualified applicants will be considered as dictated by local fair chance laws.
Lead the design and implementation of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architecture on Azure, specifically for high-performance generative AI microservices. Collaborate closely with AI/ML engineers and product managers to convert application needs into effective, cost-efficient infrastructure designs that accommodate modern AI agent patterns. Champion architectural innovation by assessing and integrating new Azure services and MLOps practices to improve performance and reliability. Advance our cloud platform through strategic enhancements of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and KEDA configurations for optimized auto-scaling and LLM utilization. Act as a senior technical authority and mentor for the engineering team, establishing best practices for infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, and cloud governance. Develop and implement a comprehensive monitoring and observability strategy to maintain high availability and performance standards that fulfill the needs of our global audit practice. Uphold KPMG's commitment to integrity, professionalism, and personal accountability in all interactions. Qualifications:
A minimum of eight years' experience in technical roles focusing on cloud architecture, solution design, and infrastructure management within an enterprise context. A Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related fields is preferred; a Bachelor’s degree is required. Expertise in Microsoft Azure, with hands-on experience in designing and deploying applications using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), KEDA, Azure Service Bus, and Azure AI Search. Preferred Azure certifications, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert. Strong skills in infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and experienced in supporting infrastructure requirements for AI/ML workloads, including RAG pipelines and LLM serving. Proven experience with agile methodologies and SDLC tools like Azure DevOps and Git, including constructing robust CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure provisioning. Exceptional problem-solving capabilities and strong communication skills, able to lead technical discussions and translate business goals into secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions. KPMG LLP and its affiliates comply with all local/state regulations. We prioritize a diverse workforce and consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination. More details about our benefits can be found on our careers site. Material job duties for this position may involve assessing criminal history as it relates to job responsibilities. Qualified applicants will be considered as dictated by local fair chance laws.