Forward-Deployed AI Systems Lead

KPMG LLP; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP in Sacramento, CA seeks a Technical Lead Manager for Forward Deployed Engineering to lead AI-native engineering teams, defining architectural vision and delivering production-ready systems. You will coach engineers, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive fast, secure deployments aligned with client outcomes.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, rigorous testing, and high accountability in a fast-paced advisory setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years shipping end-to-end production software
• Experience with data, machine learning, and AI-native applications
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and mentor technical teams
• Authorized to work in the U.S. (visa sponsorship not available)

Responsibilities

• Lead a pod of AI-native engineers and define end-to-end architecture
• Champion production discipline with rigorous testing, security, and observability
• Provide hands-on leadership and mentorship to engineers
• Lead sessions with client stakeholders from engineers to C-suite
• Drive delivery in 2–6 week cycles with direct client feedback
• Promote modern development accelerators to increase delivery capacity

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

Tools

Azure

GCP

AWS

Job description

KPMG LLP in Sacramento, CA seeks a Technical Lead Manager for Forward Deployed Engineering to lead AI-native engineering teams, defining architectural vision and delivering production-ready systems. You will coach engineers, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive fast, secure deployments aligned with client outcomes.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, rigorous testing, and high accountability in a fast-paced advisory setting.