Associate Director, Analytics & Data Solutions

KPMG10 months ago
Baltimore, MD, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations across today's most important industries. KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, Analytics & Data Solutions to join its Digital Nexus technology organization. This hybrid role is ideal for professionals passionate about innovative technology solutions and individual development. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the technical design and development of solutions across the project lifecycle, translating architecture and business needs into scalable technology.
  • Collaborate with developers, architects, analysts, vendors, and resource partners to define best-fit solutions and assign resources for delivery success.
  • Oversee code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and defect resolution; support documentation and production implementation.
  • Drive development and operations of data management platforms, ensuring sustainable solutions for analytics and integration.
  • Manage vendor relationships to resolve issues, execute initiatives, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
  • Guide and supervise software construction, ensuring alignment with technical and process architectures.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum eight years of recent, proven expertise across the full systems development life cycle — planning, analysis, design, build, testing, implementation, and operations with a focus on strategic solution delivery and continuous improvement.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
  • Advanced ability to manage change and communicate effectively across teams, leveraging broad technical knowledge to drive incremental value.
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills with experience in Agile methodologies and project management; adept at identifying patterns and generating innovative solutions; exceptional communication and presentation skills.
  • Subject matter expertise in Azure technologies including ADF, ADB, Key Vault, and cloud data platforms such as Databricks, Power BI, PySpark, SparkSQL, and integration tools like Informatica IPaaS, MuleSoft, and Python; familiarity with GenAI tools is preferred.
  • Solid foundation in SQL and Microsoft Suite, with deep knowledge of data management disciplines including architecture, governance, modeling, and BI/Analytics.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits & Perks

  • Compensation: Comprehensive package determined based on skills, job responsibilities, relevant experience, and market considerations.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, along with disability and life insurance.
  • A robust 401(k) plan and a suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health.
  • Personal Time Off per fiscal year, holiday breaks, and additional paid time throughout the year.

Required Skills

Agile Methodologies
Project Management
Informatica IPaaS
Power BI
MuleSoft
Databricks
Data Governance
Azure Data Factory (ADF)
Key Vault
BI/Analytics
PySpark
Azure Databricks (ADB)
SQL
Unit Testing
Python
Debugging
Code Reviews
Data Architecture
SparkSQL
Microsoft Suite