Associate Director Solutions Architect

KPMGs Deal Advisory and Infrastructure Technology & Innovation team are a small but rapidly growing team within KPMGs Deal Advisory and Infrastructure practice which comprises over 1400 professionals across ASPAC (including more than 1000 in Australia). Our mission is to design and deliver cutting-edge technology data and AI solutions that support both ASPAC and global initiatives.

With a start-up mentality and the freedom to innovate we combine deep deal and infrastructure expertise with advanced analytics automation and emerging technologies to create impactful solutions for our clients. If youre passionate about building transformative tools and shaping the future of deal technology this is your opportunity to join a team that values creativity agility and collaboration.

Your Opportunity

As a Solutions Architect you will join a small growing team of technology and innovation professionals and will drive the technology decisions to enable KPMG to put best of breed products in the market. This will involve designing and stewarding new solutions for the Deal Advisory & Infrastructure division of the firm from feasibility through to deployment and its ongoing operations.

The role includes:

• Leading complex solution architecture projects from conception to implementation consulting with stakeholders to capture requirements and translating them into viable solutions along with project sizing and estimation.
• Design implement and roll out cutting-edge software AI and analytics solutions that drive innovation and deliver measurable impact for clients and stakeholders. You will work at the forefront of technology collaborating with cross-functional teams to architect and deploy scalable high-performance systems that solve complex business challenges and enable data-driven decision-making.
• Lead and manage a team of developers to deliver innovative solutions providing coaching and mentorship to support the professional growth of team members. Champion the adoption of new technologies and best practices across the firm fostering a culture of continuous learning and technological advancement.
• Creating solution designs that explain the problem the architecture how the system works key considerations for security and data privacy and how it will be delivered.
• As part of our emerging AI practice you will contribute to our ongoing success in this exciting space.  Working with AI architects and technical leads in Australia and across our global member firms you will contribute to the architecure of robust scalable AI-based solutions ensuring they are aligned to our Trusted AI framework.
• Conduct research into appropriate technologies and patterns to find the best technology solution among all possible to solve the business problem.
• Establishing and providing ongoing maintenance of the current solutions including contributing to strategic architecture roadmaps design patterns and domain architectures.

How are you extraordinary

• Be able to build relationships quickly with many different stakeholders. You are articulate and intelligent with solid communication skills. 
• Proven ability to work autonomously dealing with conflicting priorities and monitoring own workload in a timely and effective manner.
• Displays strong leadership and is adept at managing cross-functional diverse teams with a focus on promoting innovation and best practises within our solutions.
• Can articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences facilitating clear communication between technical experts and business stakeholders.

Your Experience

At KPMG we believe diversity of thought background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people our clients and communities. To be considered for this opportunity your qualifications skills & experience could include:

• Demonstrated hands-on experience in software development using one or more of the following technologies: Python or PySpark. Ability to apply best practices in coding testing and deploying robust solutions across diverse technology stacks.
• Experience with data engineering using Spark-based platforms such as Microsoft Fabric Databricks or Azure Synapse Analytics including designing and implementing scalable data pipelines and solutions.
• Hands-on experience developing AI solutions including building intelligent agents and implementing Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures to enhance system capabilities and deliver advanced context-aware outcomes.
• Practical experience with DevOps practices and tools including source control and CI/CD pipelines using platforms such as GitHub and Azure DevOps.
• Experience working with analytics tools and technologies including Power BI Semantic Models DAX and Alteryx to design develop and deliver insightful data solutions that support business decision-making.
• Proficient in designing scalable high-performance and resilient architectures. Should be familiar with both traditional and modern architecture paradigms such as microservices serverless computing and event-driven architectures.

Qualifications :

We are looking for applicants that have Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or a related field as well as industry-recognised certifications such as TOGAF AWS Certified Solutions Architect Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent.

Additional Information :

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate highly skilled professionals whove got your back. Youll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive equitable culture.

At KPMG youll take control over how you work. Were embracing a new way of working in many ways from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks including retail discounts health and wellbeing initiatives learning and growth opportunities salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time