Data Architect Lead Specialist

Description:
KPMG's Advisory practice is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing client demand. We seek adaptable professionals who thrive in collaborative, team-oriented environments. Our commitment to our employees is paramount, offering extensive learning and career development opportunities, a state-of-the-art training facility, and leading market tools to ensure personal and professional growth. We encourage candidates who desire a supportive team culture where they can fully express themselves, make a meaningful impact, and expand their skill sets to explore a career in our Advisory segment.

We are currently looking for a Lead Specialist to join our Federal Advisory practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of data and AI engagements, focusing on defining objectives and deliverables while managing risks related to data quality, modeling, validation, and delivery.
• Facilitate workshops and innovation sessions with multi-disciplinary teams and clients to identify business opportunities and design analytical solutions.
• Engage clients to discover data sources, lead data discovery processes, and execute ETL/ELT processes to manage structured and unstructured data from various sources.
• Supervise the development of analytics and machine learning models throughout their lifecycle: design, training, validation, and implementation.
• Define and monitor key business metrics and implement reporting processes and dashboards.
• Utilize modern big data tools to address complex business challenges.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Data Architecture; U.S. Federal government consulting experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Familiarity with Data Lake and Data Warehouse design, implementation, and data governance best practices.
• Proficient with data modeling tools (e.g., ERWin, IBM Data Architect) and strong SQL skills; knowledge of various relational and distributed databases.
• Understanding of data science concepts, business intelligence applications, and analytics in cloud and hybrid environments.
• U.S. Government Secret clearance is required.
• Willingness to travel as necessary to support engagements.

Compensation and Benefits:
KPMG offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of health plans, 401(k) options, insurance, and well-being resources. We also provide Personal Time Off (PTO) and observe standard holidays with two firmwide breaks each year.

Application Process:
KPMG encourages candidates to apply promptly as positions are filled on a rolling basis. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to various protected statuses. Detailed salary ranges are available via the specified KPMG link.

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