Associate Director, Technology Innovation

KPMG LLP; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP in Montvale, NJ, is seeking an Associate Director, Technology Innovation to join our Digital Nexus organization in a hybrid work arrangement. You will lead Gen AI development efforts, shaping roadmaps and collaborating with stakeholders to translate research into enterprise-ready AI solutions.

The role requires deep AI/ML, SDLC execution, and the ability to guide cross-functional teams while communicating clearly with executives and technical staff.

Qualifications

• Eight years of development experience with SDLC; five years in AI/ML/data science.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Proven hands-on experience bringing AI platforms/solutions to business problems; Python, Azure AI Foundry or Vertex AI experience.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills; able to guide developers and engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead development in Gen AI, creating new algorithms, models, and techniques for data analysis.
• Collaborate with external partners to identify opportunities for innovation in Gen AI.
• Coordinate a team of engineers and developers to execute GenAI/AI projects.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop proofs of concept and prototypes.
• Position Gen AI roadmaps and future technology directions as a thought leader.
• Uphold KPMG’s values and maintain a respectful work environment.

Job description

KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, Technology Innovation to join our Digital Nexus organization. This is a hybrid work opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development efforts in the field of Gen AI, including developing new algorithms, models, and techniques for analyzing and interpreting enterprise data
• Collaborate with external partners and stakeholders to identify new opportunities for innovation and research in the field of Gen AI
• Coordinate with a team of engineers and developers, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful execution of GenAI/AI projects
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop proof of concept (POC) projects and prototypes that demonstrate the potential of Gen AI
• Portray as a thought leader for Gen AI, Gen AI roadmaps, and next generation technology direction
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum eight years of recent experience in development implementing SDLC projects; minimum five years of recent experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required
• Proven experience in bringing in AI platforms/Solutions to solve business problems and make a business impact; hands‑on experience with Python, Azure AI foundry or Google enterprise Agent platform (Vertex AI)
• Strong leadership skills,experience managing and working with cross‑functional team of developers and engineers; hands‑on experience developing applications with AI technologies preferably GenAI; strong digital skills, fast learner on emerging technology and new ways of working
• Ability to understand the long‑term ("big picture") and short‑term perspectives of situations and ability to apply multiple AI solutions to business problems
• Excellent verbal/written communication, collaboration, analytical and presentation skills to lead an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; ability to set goals and participate in strategic initiatives for a team; foster the development of high‑performance teams and interface with all levels of the organization; capability to participate in development of resource plans and structures and influence organizational priorities
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, J‑1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa)