Data Solution Architect Associate Director
Basic Information
Location: Dublin
Business Area: Consulting
Description and Requirements
When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.
We are known as an organisation that encourages you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only through the work you enjoy, but also through the global connections you make, the lifelong learning you accomplish, and the chance to make your mark.
Are you our next Data Solution Architect? We are currently seeking to hire a Data Solution Architect at Associate Director level to join our Dublin Data & AI team. We are looking for professionals with extensive experience in designing modern, scalable data platforms and cutting-edge analytics & AI solutions, coupled with strong industry experience and exceptional communication skills, who are dedicated to becoming thought leaders in their field.
Location : Dublin, as part of our hybrid working model.
Grade: Associate Director
Contract type: Permanent
Key Qualifications and Experience
We ideally need you to have most of the following on your CV:
* 7+ years’ experience in designing and implementing modern data, analytics, and AI programs, with a focus on scalable, cloud-native solutions for large, complex organisations.
* Expertise in architecting data platforms, including data lakes, data lakehouses, data meshes, and real-time streaming architectures, to support advanced analytics, AI, and business intelligence use cases.
* Proven experience in designing architectures for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data, leveraging technologies like Databricks, Snowflake, Apache Kafka, and Delta Lake to enable seamless data processing and analytics.
* Hands-on experience in data integration, including designing and optimising data pipelines (batch and streaming) and integrating cloud-based platforms (e.g., Azure Synapse, AWS Redshift, Google BigQuery) with legacy systems, ensuring performance and scalability.
* Deep knowledge of ETL/ELT processes, leveraging tools like Apache Airflow, dbt, or Informatica, with a focus on ensuring data quality, lineage, and integrity across the data lifecycle.
* Practical expertise in data and AI governance, including implementing frameworks for data privacy, ethical AI, and compliance with regulations such as GDPR, EU AI Act, and CSRD, using tools like Azure Purview, Collibra, or OneTrust.
* Strong experience in data security, including designing zero-trust architectures, encryption protocols, and access controls (e.g., RBAC, ABAC) to secure data platforms and AI models.
* Proven track record in developing technical blueprints for Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and advanced analytics platforms, including MLOps pipelines (e.g., MLflow, Kubeflow) and integration with business workflows.
* Experience in aligning data and AI strategies with business objectives, including designing solutions for real-time analytics, predictive modelling, intelligent automation, and synthetic data generation for privacy-preserving analytics.
* Expertise in integrating AI models into enterprise systems, leveraging APIs, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless architectures to enable scalable deployment.
* Proactive evaluation of emerging technologies, including edge AI, federated learning, quantum-inspired data processing, and AI-driven data orchestration, to drive innovation in client solutions.
* Curiosity and commitment to staying ahead of trends in data and AI, such as data fabric, automated machine learning (AutoML), and low-code/no-code analytics platforms, with familiarity in vendor ecosystems (e.g., Microsoft, AWS, Google, Databricks).
* Exceptional stakeholder management and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data and AI concepts into actionable insights for non-technical audiences, including C-suite executives.
* Experience leading cross-functional teams in delivering data and AI projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious execution, while mentoring junior team members.
* Relevant certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Data Engineer Associate, Google Professional Data Engineer, Databricks Certified Data Engineer, or TOGAF, with additional certifications in AI or MLOps being a plus.
Your Responsibilities
Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you grow with us. Initially, you can expect to:
* Advise clients on designing and implementing modern data and AI platforms that leverage trends like data lakehouses, real-time streaming, and Generative AI to deliver business value.
* Define and deliver data and AI solution architectures, including operating models that integrate cloud-native, hybrid, and edge-based technologies.
* Design and implement robust data governance and security frameworks, ensuring compliance with global regulations and fostering trust in AI-driven solutions.
* Architect scalable, high-performance data platforms and AI solutions, enabling use cases such as real-time decision-making, personalised customer experiences, and automated insights.
* Guide clients in transitioning from legacy systems to cloud-native and hybrid architectures, optimising data pipelines and AI model deployment for performance and cost-efficiency.
* Champion emerging technologies, such as AI-driven data orchestration, federated learning, and sustainable AI practices, to position clients at the forefront of innovation.
* Lead and mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Your Team
KPMG offers a broad range of Data & AI services across a wide range of clients, globally. Our dedicated Data & AI practice works with clients to deliver services spanning data operating models, AI governance, data engineering, advanced analytics, Generative AI, and business domain expertise. Our team is at the forefront of leveraging modern data platforms and AI to transform industries, from financial services to healthcare, and we are committed to staying ahead of trends such as data mesh, edge AI, and AI-driven sustainability reporting.
Why KPMG?
At KPMG, we don’t just invest in your career—we empower you to shape the future of data and AI. Here’s how we support you:
* Tailored benefits package, including discounted health insurance, the option to purchase additional annual leave, and access to frequent social events to build your network.
* Flexible work-life balance, with early finish Fridays on bank holiday weekends and throughout the summer months.
* Continuous learning, with complimentary access to a range of Learning & Development programmes, including LinkedIn Learning, and support from our award-winning Business School.
* Frequent career progression opportunities, with promotions announced four times per year—unique among the Big Four.
* Inclusive culture, where diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. Learn more at https://home.kpmg/ie/en/home/careers/graduate/inclusion-diversity.html.
Apply
If you are passionate about designing the future of data and AI platforms, please submit your CV via the apply button. For specific queries, contact Shauna Maguire.
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