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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Engineer I, Solution Architecture - **Company:** Kpmg LLP - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Applications Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security, Image Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Network Administration, Power BI, Software Engineering, Software Organization, Azure Data Factory, Istio, Generative AI, Microsoft Fabric, Containerization, Information Technology, Azure AKS, Azure Synapse Analytics, Databricks - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18018520?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18018520%2FLead-Engineer-I-Solution-Architecture-Massachusetts-Boston ## About the Role * Minimum five years of recent professional experience in network administration, system administration, software development, information security, or related technical disciplines * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, engineering, or a related field or five years of equivalent practical experience is preferred or minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required * Proven experience designing and delivering cloud-first solutions on Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, and Microsoft 365 platforms * Hands-on experience implementing AI and modern application architectures, including Microsoft Foundry, agentic frameworks, and RAG-based solutions as well as strong technical expertise with containerization technologies, including AKS, Azure Container Apps, Istio, and container lifecycle management * Experience with Microsoft and Azure data platforms, including Fabric, Power BI, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse, SQL Server, DocumentDB, and Azure Data Factory * Strong communication and leadership skills, with demonstrated success influencing architecture decisions, establishing technical standards, and continuously adapting to emerging technologies * Applicant 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) ## Description * Design and deliver scalable, production-ready, cloud-first solutions leveraging Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, and Microsoft 365 technologies * Lead the architecture and implementation of AI-enabled solutions utilizing Microsoft Foundry, agentic frameworks, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and related technologies * Develop and oversee containerized application platforms using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Container Apps, Istio, and container image management best practices * Provide technical leadership by establishing architecture standards, influencing solution design decisions, and driving continuous improvements in delivery methodologies * Ensure solutions adhere to security, networking, infrastructure, and software development best practices while maintaining reliability, scalability, and compliance * Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, communicating complex technical concepts effectively and mentoring teams on emerging technologies and industry trends * Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment ## Related Videos - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [The Intent Engineer: Closing the Gap Between Business & Engineering - Manuel Klein](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1855-the-intent-engineer-closing-the-gap-between-business-engineering-manuel-klein) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Rate-limiting using eBPF and Istio: How to protect your SaaS customers from themselves](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100220-rate-limiting-using-ebpf-and-istio-how-to-protect-your-saas-customers-from-themselves) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - Cost Optimization in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2100-azure-well-architected-framework-cost-optimization-in-practice) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)