Senior Manager | Data Architect | Connected Technology Group

Job Description Our Connected Technology Group (CTG) defines and drives the digital, data and technology strategy for KPMG. We have an important advocacy role for technology in the market and across KPMG, working with our technology leaders to build our market presence. We encourage collaboration and integrate tech execution across our business, guiding a company-wide approach to our market approach and the development of our employee capabilities while attracting new talent. KPMG is currently undergoing significant transformations in the Data & Analytics field and is looking for an expert data-centric Solution Architect with the adaptability to quickly respond to an evolving IT landscape. This is a great opportunity to significantly contribute to KPMG as a company by helping push leading technology initiatives across our business, working with the firm's DART (data and analytics tool). As part of the Business Data Services team, you will be directly responsible for the design and implementation of solutions using modern cloud architectures to meet diverse requirements. As a thought leader, you will engage, educate, and enable KPMG Australia’s internal stakeholders on best practices. Your Opportunity As part of the Business Data Services team, we are searching for a Senior Manager with capabilities that include: - Providing technical leadership, gathering requirements, designing solutions, and supervising the development and implementation of large-scale data transformation projects using Azure. - Supporting the Data Governance Lead and the D&A team in maintaining and implementing design standards for Data Governance, lifecycle management, and data modeling. - Designing architectures that will enable efficiencies using DevOps practices. - Creating hands-on solution prototypes and testing architectural patterns. - Collaborating with various technical stakeholder clients, including the architecture, security, network and infrastructure teams, to guide technology selection. - Assisting project managers by developing tasks, estimates, and dependencies to meet delivery expectations. - Sharing and communicating end-to-end solutions (verbally and in writing) to executives, business sponsors, and technical resources. - Providing deep knowledge regarding secure cloud and data architecture, design patterns and integrations. How are you extraordinary? - You are confident handling complex data and enjoy translating this data into crucial information and strategic insights. - Using data analytics, you are confident in synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data from various sources to discover impactful insights. - You excel in an autonomous work environment, wherein a high level of trust and freedom allows you to deliver work you are proud of and manage your priorities in a way that suits your work style best. 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, and experience could include: - 5+ years’ experience in IT, preferably with 2+ years as a Data focused Cloud Architect. - Practical knowledge in the design and implementation of data and storage services in public cloud platforms to best practice. - Experience in data modeling, data architecture, and analytical skills. - Experience with data visualization technologies (PowerBI and Tableau), and data migration experience. - Experience in leading and guiding data engineering teams. - Knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code, GitOps, and associated deployment pipelines. - Understanding of security and IAM (Identity and Access Management), including SSO. - Knowledge of monitoring, logging, debugging, and tracing on a cloud platform. - Significant experience in the end-to-end project life cycle, including high-level architecture, detailed design & implementation. Qualifications Degree in Computer Science or an engineering discipline with relevant industry experience and certification (TOGAF certification is desirable). Additional Information KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector knowledge. We work with clients across a variety of industries to solve complex problems, guide change, and promote growth. Our people are what make KPMG a thriving workplace, and what sets us apart is that we understand that great minds think differently. Work alongside a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who will support you. You'll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues, who will provide the support you need to deliver meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture. At KPMG, you’ll maintain control over your work style. We are embracing a new way of working in many ways, ranging 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 need additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Support Team. At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.