Manager, Data Operations, Data Engineer

Manager, Data Operations, Data Engineer

KPMG US invites applications for a Manager of Data Engineering positioned within the Digital Nexus technology organization. This hybrid role combines leadership, architectural design, and hands‑on engineering across Azure-based data platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Azure Data Lake and business intelligence engineers to design and deliver ADL Pipelines, Notebooks, and interactive Power BI dashboards, shaping the firm’s business intelligence vision and standards.
• Design and maintain scalable data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Databricks to ingest, transform, and deliver data across medallion architecture layers; develop production‑grade ETL/ELT solutions using PySpark and SQL to produce analytics‑ready Delta Lake datasets aligned with enterprise standards.
• Apply creative, non‑standard BI solutions that address evolving business challenges; build and optimize data models to support analytics, ensuring accuracy, reliability and efficiency.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, including Generative AI and AI agents, to identify opportunities that improve analytics, automation and decision‑making across the enterprise.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to direct reports, department peers and cross‑functional team members; set goals, participate in strategic initiatives for the team and foster the development of high‑performance teams.
• Act with integrity, professionalism and personal responsibility, upholding KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum seven years of recent experience designing and building ADL Pipelines and Data Bricks notebooks and interactive dashboards using modern business intelligence tools (preferably Power BI); minimum two years of recent experience designing scalable data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Azure Databricks.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; a minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a creative and methodical approach to addressing complex challenges.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL, DAX and data modeling concepts; proven track record in defining, managing and delivering BI projects; ability to participate in the development of resource plans and influence organizational priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present proposals and vision to executive leadership.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Available benefits are based on eligibility and include medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits to support mental health. We provide Paid Time Off each fiscal year and observe a calendar of holidays.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. 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.