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Data Architect (Director)
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KPMG US .
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today’s most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It is also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities.
Responsibilities
Define and own the end-to-end data architecture vision and strategic roadmap for KPMG’s generative AI products
Lead the architectural design of a highly scalable and secure data ecosystem, governing how structured transactional data and unstructured knowledge are ingested, processed, and engineered for context
Serve as the chief authority on data architecture, collaborating with senior product, engineering, and audit leadership to influence business strategy and ensure solutions are built on a sound architectural foundation
Architect and oversee the design and development of data and context engineering capabilities, making critical design decisions that enable seamless integration into AI agent workflows
Establish and enforce enterprise-wide data governance, quality standards, and validation frameworks to guarantee the integrity, security, and reliability of all data underpinning our AI solutions
Drive the future of audit technology by leading architectural innovation, championing the evaluation and adoption of next‑generation data platforms, knowledge graphs, and advanced data fabrics
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications
Minimum fifteen years of recent experience in data architecture, data engineering, or a similar field, with a proven track record of architecting and delivering large‑scale data solutions for enterprise systems
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred
Expertise in architecting cloud‑native data ecosystems leveraging platforms such as Databricks and Microsoft Fabric, with deep knowledge of designing solutions that incorporate RAG and vector search (e.g., Azure AI Search)
In‑depth understanding of architectural patterns for processing and modeling both structured transactional data and unstructured information for AI/ML applications
Demonstrated experience defining architectural principles, data governance policies, and technology standards within a large‑scale, regulated, and Agile (SDLC) environment
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to articulate a strategic technical vision, influence executive‑level stakeholders, and guide solutioning for complex business problems
Benefits KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits to support mental health. Employees receive personal time off per fiscal year, paid holidays, and annual breaks. Compensation is based on relevant factors such as skills, responsibilities, experience, degrees, certifications, and market considerations.
KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Data Architect (Director)
role at
KPMG US .
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today’s most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It is also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities.
Responsibilities
Define and own the end-to-end data architecture vision and strategic roadmap for KPMG’s generative AI products
Lead the architectural design of a highly scalable and secure data ecosystem, governing how structured transactional data and unstructured knowledge are ingested, processed, and engineered for context
Serve as the chief authority on data architecture, collaborating with senior product, engineering, and audit leadership to influence business strategy and ensure solutions are built on a sound architectural foundation
Architect and oversee the design and development of data and context engineering capabilities, making critical design decisions that enable seamless integration into AI agent workflows
Establish and enforce enterprise-wide data governance, quality standards, and validation frameworks to guarantee the integrity, security, and reliability of all data underpinning our AI solutions
Drive the future of audit technology by leading architectural innovation, championing the evaluation and adoption of next‑generation data platforms, knowledge graphs, and advanced data fabrics
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications
Minimum fifteen years of recent experience in data architecture, data engineering, or a similar field, with a proven track record of architecting and delivering large‑scale data solutions for enterprise systems
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred
Expertise in architecting cloud‑native data ecosystems leveraging platforms such as Databricks and Microsoft Fabric, with deep knowledge of designing solutions that incorporate RAG and vector search (e.g., Azure AI Search)
In‑depth understanding of architectural patterns for processing and modeling both structured transactional data and unstructured information for AI/ML applications
Demonstrated experience defining architectural principles, data governance policies, and technology standards within a large‑scale, regulated, and Agile (SDLC) environment
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to articulate a strategic technical vision, influence executive‑level stakeholders, and guide solutioning for complex business problems
Benefits KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits to support mental health. Employees receive personal time off per fiscal year, paid holidays, and annual breaks. Compensation is based on relevant factors such as skills, responsibilities, experience, degrees, certifications, and market considerations.
KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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