Cloud Engineer / Cloud Architect- Associate Director

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If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.KPMG is currently seeking a Cloud Engineer / Cloud Architect to join our Audit Technology Alliance organization.Responsibilities:Own the design and implementation of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architecture on Azure tailored for hosting high-performance generative AI microservicesCollaborate closely with AI/ML engineers and product managers to translate application requirements into robust, cost-effective infrastructure designs that support modern AI agent patternsChampion architectural innovation and quality by evaluating and integrating new Azure services and MLOps practices to enhance performance and reliabilityDrive strategic evolution of the cloud platform by architecting and optimizing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and KEDA configurations for advanced auto-scaling and LLM usageServe as a senior technical expert and mentor to the engineering team; establish best practices for infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, and overall cloud governanceDesign and implement a comprehensive monitoring and observability strategy to ensure high availability and verifiable performance that meets the demands of the global audit practiceAct with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environmentQualifications:Minimum eight years of recent experience in technical roles with a primary focus on cloud architecture, solution design, and infrastructure management in an enterprise environmentMaster'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 requiredExpert-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 SearchRelevant Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly preferredStrong proficiency with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) principles and tools; experienced in supporting infrastructure requirements for AI/ML workloads including RAG pipelines and LLM servingDemonstrated experience with agile methodologies and SDLC tools such as Azure DevOps and Git; capable of building robust CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure provisioningExcellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills; able to lead technical discussions and translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions(200TEC)KPMG LLP and its subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. 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