Lead Specialist, AI Solutions Architect

Lead Specialist, AI Solutions Architect

KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand and anticipate continued growth. In this ever‑changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team‑driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world‑class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally.

If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist, AI Solutions Architect to join our KPMG Spectrum practice.

• Lead the development lifecycle using Agile and Dev Ops methodologies, managing coding standards, performing code reviews, and facilitating SCRUMs with expertise in JIRA/ADO; ensure efficiency with source control management (Git, Azure Dev Ops) and CI/CD systems (Jenkins, Docker)
• Gain comprehensive understanding of current codebases and systems across various tech stacks, including Cloud‑native IaaS/PaaS (Azure, AWS), Web UI frameworks (React, Angular), backend technologies (Node.js, Java, Python), and database integrations
• Collaborate with architects and product managers to evaluate advanced technologies and help architect new applications; oversee technical documentation, covering standards, environments, and technical details for development efficiency
• Design scalable AI solutions, leading POCs and pilots to solve complex business challenges; apply expertise in data handling, cloud scaling, and continuous integration to streamline AI deployment; stay updated on AI trends and industry challenges to create tailored AI solutions, ensuring ethical design, fairness, and seamless integration with organizational systems
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to optimize AI models, monitor performance and adjust systems for improved efficiency, and translate data insights into actionable business strategies

• Minimum five years of recent experience in leading enterprise software development with Agile Scrum methodologies
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
• Strong understanding of Full Stack development, including modern UI frameworks (Angular, React) and backend services (Java, Spring MVC, Python)
• Experience with cloud‑native solutions on Azure/AWS and Dev Ops tools (Jenkins, Ansible); familiarity with tools like Confluence, Lucid Chart, and Visio; proven experience managing AI projects, from design to deployment, ensuring ethical implementation and alignment with organizational standards; expertise in AI technologies, including GenAI, machine learning, and NLP frameworks (RAG, Tensor Flow, PyTorch)
• Ability to lead and mentor technical teams (on/offshore), with at least two years in an AI leadership role
• Ability to travel as required
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future (KPMG LLP will not sponsor for U.S. work visa status; no sponsorship for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, J‑1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa)

California Salary Range: $118,200 – $219,100

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 laws.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

Los Angeles County applicants:
Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

No phone calls or agencies please.