Associate, AI Engineer

KPMG US is an advisory firm offering transformation-focused career opportunities in a collaborative, team-driven environment. The Associate, AI Engineer will develop and integrate generative AI, LLM, conversational AI, and workflow automation solutions, while supporting data preparation, model deployment, documentation, troubleshooting, and client-focused projects.

What you'll do:

• Develop GenAI / LLM applications and integrations using foundational models under the guidance of senior team members
• Develop and test AI models, conversational agents, and workflow automation components under the guidance of senior team members
• Assist with data preparation, transformation, and validation to support AI/ML model training and deployment
• Configure and integrate AI solutions into enterprise applications (CRM, ERP, collaboration tools) using cloud platforms
• Document processes, code, and technical workflows to support knowledge sharing and project continuity; collaborate with project teams to troubleshoot technical issues and ensure solutions meet client requirements
• Stay current on emerging AI tools and frameworks, experimenting and applying them to real-world client projects
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

What they're looking for:

• Minimum one years of recent professional or academic experience in AI/ML, data science, software engineering, or cloud technologies
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, data science, engineering, or related field
• Experience with at least one major cloud AI platform (Azure AI, AWS AI/Bedrock, or Google Cloud Vertex AI)
• Proficiency in Python or another programming language commonly used in AI/ML
• Familiarity with conversational AI frameworks (LLM's, chatbots, virtual assistants, agents) and APIs
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to work in a team-based, client-focused environment
• Ability to travel as required
• 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)
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university a plus

Benefits:

• Medical and dental plans, available based on eligibility
• Vision coverage, available based on eligibility
• Disability and life insurance, available based on eligibility
• 401(k) plans, available based on eligibility
• A robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health, available based on eligibility
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year, depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service
• A calendar of holidays observed during the year
• Eligible employees receive two breaks each year without being required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday
• Learning and career development opportunities
• A world-class training facility