Director, Emerging Technologies Engineering & AI Solutions

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KPMG is currently seeking a Director, Emerging Technologies Engineering & AI Solutions to join our Digital Nexus technology organization. This is a hybrid work opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the engineering efforts in the field of AI, including developing platforms, algorithms, models, and techniques for analyzing and interpreting enterprise data 
• Unite with external partners and stakeholders to identify new opportunities for innovation and research in the field of Gen AI; stay up to date with the latest research, as well as trends in the field of artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and apply this knowledge to drive innovation
• Work with a team of engineers and developers, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful execution of engineering efforts
• Cooperate with cross-functional teams to develop proof of concept (POC) projects and prototypes that demonstrate the potential of AI; collaborate with other technology groups, including architects, engineering teams, and designers, to act as a thought leader for AI and next generation technology direction 
• Collaborate with business enablement teams to understand their operational needs and strategic goals; align initiatives with business objectives, ensuring that technology solutions enhance operational processes; facilitate communication between the engineering team and business units; advocate for adoption, educate stakeholders on its benefits, and address any concerns or misconceptions around the technology
• Establish guidelines for responsible AI usage; ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards; monitor performance, address biases, and maintain transparency in AI-enabled processes
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum ten years of recent experience in technology, which includes background in solution architecture, application development, and cloud technologies; minimum two years of recent experience in artificial intelligence
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; minimum of a high school diploma or GED required
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing team of developers, onshore and offshore
• Ability to understand the long-term ("big picture") and short-term perspectives of situations and ability to apply multiple AI solutions to business problems
• Experience in developing proof of concept (POC) projects and prototypes; quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new Gen AI technologies
• Excellent verbal/written communication, collaboration, analytical and presentation skills to lead an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners; capable of setting goals and participate in strategic initiatives for a team and foster the development of high-performance teams and interface with all levels of the organization; able 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)