Lead Software Engineer - Ignition

Overview In this role you will help shape AI-enabled tax technology solutions within KPMG's Tax Ignition Team. You will build scalable microservices and client-facing apps, integrating LLMs and Azure-based services to deliver AI-powered features. Collaborating with product owners and data scientists, you’ll translate business needs into real, impactful software. The position offers growth in Generative AI, a strong tech stack, and a culture that values integrity and inclusive collaboration. Compensation / Benefitsmedical and dental plansvision coveragedisability and life insurance401(k) planswell-being benefitsPersonal Time Off ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with product owners and data scientists to translate business need into AI-powered features and APIsArchitect, develop, and maintain scalable microservices for model inference on Azure or similarDevelop and maintain client-facing web apps using Angular + TypeScript, Python or .NET Backend, and secure SQL databasesLeverage Azure services (App Services, Functions, SQL Database, DevOps) for deployment, scaling and monitoringIntegrate Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI services into front-end and back-end systemsDemonstrate growth mindset in Generative AI through ongoing self-learning and a portfolio of independent projectsAct with integrity and professionalism to uphold a respectful work environment Key requirementsFive years of recent software development and systems architecture experienceBachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or related field; Master's preferredSolid understanding of microservices, RESTful APIs, authentication/authorizationExperience building enterprise systems using Python, .NET, C#, Angular, SQL and Azure preferredStrong Python skills with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn) and good communication/analytic skillsstrong communicationanalytical thinkinggrowth mindsetmicroservices architectureRESTful APIsauthentication/authorization