Lead Engineer I, Tech Engineering
KPMG US
Posted on Apr 22, 2026
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Engineer I, Tech Engineering to join our Ignition Tax Product organization. This is a hybrid work opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain automation scripts to efficiently manage and secure Azure environments, ensuring consistent configuration, resource provisioning, and compliance with organizational standards
- Design, implement, and administer secure Azure infrastructure supporting large-scale, mission-critical enterprise systems, integrating architecture solutions, and applying security best practices throughout the lifecycle
- Lead and oversee cloud technology projects, collaborating with senior business and technical stakeholders to ensure successful, secure deployment, compliance with industry regulations, and alignment with organizational goals
- Manage and automate cloud patching, security updates, and vulnerability remediation for all Azure resources, proactively monitoring for threats and recommending enhancements to architecture, infrastructure, automation, and security technologies
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud processes, automation tools, and security controls, ensuring clarity and accessibility for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Mentor and guide junior team members on cloud technologies, security, compliance, and best practices, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the team
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:
- Minimum five years of recent industry experience, including at least four years in Cloud Engineering and Operations with a strong security focus, demonstrating expertise in infrastructure, architecture design, and cloud operations
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field is preferred; minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required
- Proven ability to apply technical knowledge to real-world cloud engineering challenges
- At least two years of hands-on experience with Azure PowerShell, Automation, ARM, and Bicep, including security automation and scripting for resource management and compliance
- Extensive experience with Azure PaaS services such as Azure SQL, Key Vault, Log Analytics, Storage/Backup, and Application Service Environments, emphasizing secure configuration, management, and integration
- Strong understanding of Azure networking, security controls, identity management, and network components including firewalls, routers, proxies, and communication protocols, with robust troubleshooting and incident response skills
- Proven experience in patch management, vulnerability assessment, remediation, and cloud security operations, supported by excellent verbal and written communication abilities
KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.
Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:
https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=6701_9_25 KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an 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 category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
