Cloud Engineer​/Cloud Architect- Associate Director

About KPMG

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 and by a culture that encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and supports our communities. With qualities like those, we consistently rank among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair
360, and others.

KPMG is currently seeking a Cloud Engineer / Cloud Architect to join our Audit Technology Alliance organization.

• Own the design and implementation of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architecture on Azure tailored for hosting high‑performance generative AI microservices.
• Collaborate closely with AI/ML engineers and product managers to translate application requirements into robust, cost‑effective infrastructure designs that support modern AI agent patterns.
• Champion architectural innovation and quality by evaluating and integrating new Azure services and MLOps practices to enhance performance and reliability.
• Drive strategic evolution of the cloud platform by architecting and optimizing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and KEDA configurations for advanced auto‑scaling and LLM usage.
• Serve as a senior technical expert and mentor to the engineering team; establish best practices for infrastructure‑as‑code, CI/CD, and overall cloud governance.
• Design and implement a comprehensive monitoring and observability strategy to ensure high availability and verifiable performance that meets the demands of the global audit practice.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.

• Minimum eight years of recent experience in technical roles with a primary focus on cloud architecture, solution design, and infrastructure management in an enterprise environment.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred; minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required.
• Expert‑level knowledge of Microsoft Azure with hands‑on experience designing and deploying solutions using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), KEDA, Azure Service Bus, and Azure AI Search.
• Relevant Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency with infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) principles and tools; experienced in supporting infrastructure requirements for AI/ML workloads including RAG pipelines and LLM serving.
• Demonstrated experience with agile methodologies and SDLC tools such as Azure Dev Ops and Git; capable of building robust CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure provisioning.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and strong communication skills; able to lead technical discussions and translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions.

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, personal well‑being benefits, personal time off, and holiday schedules. Salary ranges are determined based on relevant factors such as experience, qualifications, and market considerations. For more information, view our salary transparency page.

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. KPMG complies with all applicable laws regarding recruitment and hiring.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously for roles they are qualified for and that interest them.