Senior Manager, Microsoft - Data Architect
About the role
Job Description
Overview
At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.
Are you a talented leader with a proven track record for motivating teams and delivering exceptional client service?
Our Microsoft team is looking for a professional like you with the skills and drive to make a real difference.
The KPMG Microsoft practice is currently one of our fastest growing practices and we are seeing tremendous client demand across various sectors. Our mission is to enable clients to harness the full potential of Microsoft Fabric, unlocking the power of their data and driving business transformation through AI-driven solutions. As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, tackle complex data challenges, develop your skills, and contribute to business growth and innovation in a dynamic and diverse work environment.
What you will do
- Lead the design and development of enterprise-level data solutions, including data warehouses, data lakes, and real-time analytics platforms
- Architect scalable, secure, and cost-optimized cloud-native data platforms
- Ensure compliance with data governance frameworks and regulatory standards, establish best practices for data quality, lineage, and stewardship
- Perform solution shaping and data architecture, including estimation, solution planning, and creation of statements of work to meet customer requirements.
- Support pre-sales efforts by providing product, technical, and business expertise for proposals, customer presentations, and/or tailored software demonstrations.
- Lead delivery teams and mentor a young and talented delivery team, providing them with leadership, knowledge, support, and experience.
- Stay updated with the latest developments in data architecture technologies, products, and trends.
- Identify opportunities for improvement in our data architecture processes, and proactively recommend strategies for optimization and efficiency.
What you bring to the role
- 10+ years of consulting experience with data architecture for enterprise customers.
- Hands-on experience in designing and implementing large-scale data architectures and data migration projects with modern data platform.
- Expertise in Databricks, Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, and ability to design hybrid architectures integrating structured and unstructured data sources.
- Experience in providing pre-sales support, including developing proposals and conducting demonstrations for data architecture solutions.
- Experience with scoping, estimating, cost analysis, and resource planning of projects.
- Experience in leading delivery teams.
- Proficiency in Data Integration (Sourcing, Storage, and Migration) and Data Quality, Profiling, and Cleansing.
- Strong understanding of cloud analytics and data management.
- Proficiency in using SQL and Python.
- Strong business acumen and ability to translate commercial requirements into technical solutions including the ability to communicate technical concepts and their impact to stakeholders at all levels.
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification, Azure Data Engineer Associate Certification are considered an asset.
KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $112,000 to $179,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.
About KPMG
KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We have 273,000 outstanding professionals working together to deliver value in 143 countries and territories. With a worldwide presence, KPMG continues to build on our successes thanks to clear vision, defined values and, above all, our people.
Our industry focus helps KPMG firms’ professionals develop a rich understanding of clients' businesses and the insight, skills and resources required to address industry-specific issues and opportunities.
The independent member firms of the KPMG network are affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such.
Senior Manager, Microsoft - Data Architect
About the role
Job Description
Overview
At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.
Are you a talented leader with a proven track record for motivating teams and delivering exceptional client service?
Our Microsoft team is looking for a professional like you with the skills and drive to make a real difference.
The KPMG Microsoft practice is currently one of our fastest growing practices and we are seeing tremendous client demand across various sectors. Our mission is to enable clients to harness the full potential of Microsoft Fabric, unlocking the power of their data and driving business transformation through AI-driven solutions. As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, tackle complex data challenges, develop your skills, and contribute to business growth and innovation in a dynamic and diverse work environment.
What you will do
- Lead the design and development of enterprise-level data solutions, including data warehouses, data lakes, and real-time analytics platforms
- Architect scalable, secure, and cost-optimized cloud-native data platforms
- Ensure compliance with data governance frameworks and regulatory standards, establish best practices for data quality, lineage, and stewardship
- Perform solution shaping and data architecture, including estimation, solution planning, and creation of statements of work to meet customer requirements.
- Support pre-sales efforts by providing product, technical, and business expertise for proposals, customer presentations, and/or tailored software demonstrations.
- Lead delivery teams and mentor a young and talented delivery team, providing them with leadership, knowledge, support, and experience.
- Stay updated with the latest developments in data architecture technologies, products, and trends.
- Identify opportunities for improvement in our data architecture processes, and proactively recommend strategies for optimization and efficiency.
What you bring to the role
- 10+ years of consulting experience with data architecture for enterprise customers.
- Hands-on experience in designing and implementing large-scale data architectures and data migration projects with modern data platform.
- Expertise in Databricks, Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, and ability to design hybrid architectures integrating structured and unstructured data sources.
- Experience in providing pre-sales support, including developing proposals and conducting demonstrations for data architecture solutions.
- Experience with scoping, estimating, cost analysis, and resource planning of projects.
- Experience in leading delivery teams.
- Proficiency in Data Integration (Sourcing, Storage, and Migration) and Data Quality, Profiling, and Cleansing.
- Strong understanding of cloud analytics and data management.
- Proficiency in using SQL and Python.
- Strong business acumen and ability to translate commercial requirements into technical solutions including the ability to communicate technical concepts and their impact to stakeholders at all levels.
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification, Azure Data Engineer Associate Certification are considered an asset.
KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $112,000 to $179,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.
About KPMG
KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We have 273,000 outstanding professionals working together to deliver value in 143 countries and territories. With a worldwide presence, KPMG continues to build on our successes thanks to clear vision, defined values and, above all, our people.
Our industry focus helps KPMG firms’ professionals develop a rich understanding of clients' businesses and the insight, skills and resources required to address industry-specific issues and opportunities.
The independent member firms of the KPMG network are affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such.