Senior Associate, Tax Ignition - Software Engineer

KPMG
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
Oct 08, 2026
At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the worlds top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMGs extensive network of specialists; enjoy access to our Ignition Centers, where deep industry knowledge merges with cutting-edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions. Join a diverse team helping high-profile clients understand, analyze, and respond to a wide array of business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through multifaceted engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring. At KPMG, we believe nothing is more important than investing in our culture because it is an investment in our people, our future, and what we stand for as a firm. KPMG is currently seeking a M&A Senior Associate Software Engineer to join our Mergers & Acquisitions practice. Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and deployment of full-stack software solutions, including both internal and external-facing GenAI-enabled tools that drive Tax strategic technology roadmap Serve as a technical mentor and guide for Tax professionals and innovation team members, providing critical reviews of code, establishing best practices, and elevating the team's software development capabilities Own the end-to-end lifecycle of software development projects, from initial architecture and system design through to testing, documentation, deployment, and production support Act as a key problem-solver and technical expert, navigating ambiguity to deliver high-quality solutions and set the technical direction for software development within the Tax innovation group. Drive the adoption of modern software engineering practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, and cloud-native architecture, to build and maintain a resilient and efficient technology ecosystem Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment Qualifications: Minimum three years of recent full-time industry experience in a software engineering or technical lead role, with a strong background in full-stack development Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or an equivalent field from an accredited college or university Extensive proficiency in multiple programming languages (for example, Python, Go, C++, JavaScript) and expertise in modern backend technologies (for example, distributed microservices, REST APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases) Demonstrated experience with AI-assisted tooling, workflow automation, or the practical application of AI/ML models in software products Excellent communication and leadership skills, with proven experience mentoring other engineers, conducting code reviews, and partnering effectively with non-technical stakeholders Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure (for example, AWS, Azure), containerization (for example, Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD and DevOps practices (for example, GitHub Actions, Jenkins) KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. 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