Data Scientist- Senior Associate

Job Overview

Join KPMG US as a Senior Associate Data Scientist within the Audit Technology Alliance organization. The role focuses on delivering innovative generative AI solutions to streamline audit processes and drive data‑driven insights for clients.

• Design and implement core components of generative AI solutions, including Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines and context engineering features.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, senior data scientists, and AI engineers to translate feature requirements into production‑ready code and contribute to the team’s technical objectives.
• Prototype modern AI agent and orchestration patterns using frameworks such as Lang Chain, Lang Graph, and Lang Smith.
• Own specific modules from development and experimentation through deployment, ensuring robust data science features.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and share knowledge on generative AI, audit methodologies, and best practices.
• Lead technical mentorship for junior data scientists in model tuning, context engineering, and advanced data analysis.
• Uphold KPMG’s values of integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility in all work activities.

• Minimum three years of recent experience in data science, machine learning engineering, or a similar role with a focus on building and deploying AI models.
• Preferred master’s degree in computer science, data science, statistics, or a related technical field; a bachelor’s degree is required.
• Proficiency with large language models (LLMs), AI frameworks such as Lang Chain or Semantic Kernel, and building AI‑powered applications.
• Strong programming skills in Python and its data science libraries; experience with Azure, Databricks, or Microsoft Fabric is a significant plus.
• Experience with SDLC tools and methodologies, including Git, Azure Dev Ops, and agile frameworks.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and effective communication of technical details within a collaborative team environment.

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), and well‑being benefits. 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 and local laws.