Manager, Data Operations, Data Engineer

KPMG, a leading professional services firm, is hiring a Manager of Data Engineering for its Digital Nexus technology organization. This is a hybrid work opportunity.

• Lead a team of Azure Data Lake and business intelligence engineers in designing and delivering ADL Pipelines, Notebooks and interactive Power BI dashboards that communicate actionable insights to stakeholders; contribute strategic thought leadership to shape the firm’s business intelligence vision and standards.
• Design and maintain scalable data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Databricks to ingest, transform, and deliver data across medallion architecture layers; develop production‑grade ETL/ELT solutions using PySpark and SQL to produce analytics‑ready Delta Lake datasets aligned with enterprise standards.
• Apply critical thinking and creativity to design innovative, non‑standard BI solutions that address complex and evolving business challenges; design, build, and optimize data models to support analytics, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and efficiency.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies including Generative AI and AI agents to identify novel opportunities that improve analytics, automation, and decision‑making across the enterprise.
• Manage and provide technical expertise and strategic guidance to direct reports, department peers, and cross‑functional team members; set goals, participate in strategic initiatives for the team, and foster the development of high‑performance teams.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.

• Minimum seven years of recent experience designing and building ADL Pipelines and Data Bricks notebooks and interactive dashboards using modern BI tools (preferably Power BI).
• Minimum two years of recent experience designing scalable data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Azure Databricks to support ingestion, transformation, and delivery of data across medallion architecture layers.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; a high‑school diploma or GED is required.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a creative and methodical approach to addressing complex challenges.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL, DAX, and data modeling concepts; proven track record in defining, managing, and delivering BI projects; ability to participate in development of resource plans and influence organizational priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present proposals and vision to executive leadership.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.

KPMG offers a comprehensive competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), and well‑being benefits. Salary ranges and additional benefit details are available on KPMG’s pay‑transparency site.

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 protected class.