Data & AI Architecture Lead Job KPMG
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KPMG is hiring a Data & AI Architecture Lead at Senior Manager level in Nairobi. The role involves leading data modernisation, AI, and intelligent automation engagements across African financial services, government, and energy sectors. Requires 8+ years experience and cloud certifications.
- Senior Manager-level role in data and AI architecture
- Responsible for technical governance and solution design
- Requires cloud platform certification (Azure, AWS, or Databricks)
- Minimum 8 years experience with 4 in client-facing consulting
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Job Title: Data & AI Architecture Lead Date Posted: 13/07/2026 Job Type: Full Time Job Level: Management Employer: KPMG Industry: IT Salary: Open Location: Nairobi Country: Kenya Deadline: 27/07/2026 Summary: Looking for an IT job in Kenya? KPMG is hiring a Data & AI Architecture Lead skilled in data architecture, artificial intelligence solutions, cloud data platforms, and enterprise technology strategy. Position Summary The Data & AI Architecture Lead is a Senior Manager-level role responsible for the architecture, solution design, and technical governance of KPMG T&I’s data modernisation, artificial intelligence, and intelligent automation engagements. As AI and data become central to digital transformation mandates across financial services, government, and energy sectors in Africa, this role establishes KPMG T&I’s technical authority in data architecture and AI solution design – ensuring that all data and AI proposals are robust, implementable, and ethically sound before delivery commences. Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative discipline. Cloud data platform certification required: Azure Data Engineer (DP-203), AWS Data Analytics, or Databricks Certified Data Engineer. AI/ML certification preferred: Azure AI Engineer (AI-102), AWS Machine Learning Specialty, or Google Professional ML Engineer. Minimum 8 years of experience in data engineering, analytics, or AI/ML, with at least 4 years in a client-facing architecture or consulting role. Proven experience designing and delivering data platform migrations, analytics programmes, or AI/ML deployments for enterprise clients. Familiarity with African data protection regulation and responsible AI frameworks. How to Apply Filling the link is mandatory for consideration alongside your application to talentrecruit@kpmg.co.ke quoting ‘JOB TITLE’ The role will be shortlisted on a rolling basis Browse Related Jobs: AI, Data Analytics & MEL Specialist Job IRES, Nairobi, Kenya Data Clerk EVD Preparedness & Response NGO Job Amref… Data Analyst Job TakaTaka Solutions Nairobi, Kenya Data Analyst Job Syngenta 🎯 Applying for This Job? Don’t Send a Generic CV. Don’t send the same CV to every job/employer. Have our recruitment team customize your CV to match the requirements of this specific job and improve your chances of getting an interview. Customise My CV For This Job . ⭐ 5-Star Reviews . Job Seeker Testimonials: Professionals Who Got Jobs Through Corporate Staffing Since 2011, Kenyan professionals have trusted Corporate Staffing Services to help them secure employment with leading employers in Kenya and beyond. Read testimonials from candidates who have experienced our recruitment process firsthand and successfully gotten hired through our recruitment services. You Could Be Our Next Success Story . Read How They Got Jobs Through Corporate Staffing GET A JOB FASTER! Applying for a Specific Job? Our recruiters will customise your CV to match the employer's requirements so you can get shortlisted. Customise My CV Used AI to Write Your CV but Not Getting Interviews? Get A FREE CV review and CV Upgrade, plus 3 months job search support from our recruitment team. Contact us today for Free CV Review Do You Have An Upcoming Interview? Get assistance from our experienced HR recruiters. Talk to our team for Interview Preparation & Coaching Browse Top Job Categories Accounting Jobs Administration Jobs Audit Jobs Banking Jobs Communication Jobs Credit Control Jobs Customer Service Jobs Director Jobs Driver Jobs Engineer Jobs Finance Jobs Graphic Designer Jobs Health & Safety Jobs Hotel Jobs Human Resource Jobs Information Technology Jobs Internships Jobs Journalism Jobs Legal Jobs Logistics Jobs Media Jobs NGO Jobs Procurement Jobs Public Relations Jobs Quality Control Jobs Quantity Surveyor Jobs Sales & Marketing Jobs Quantity Surveyor Jobs Technician Jobs Tours & Travel Jobs Employer Testimonials Trusted by Leading Employers In Kenya For Recruitment & HR Services. We have recruited for leading organisations in Kenya such as Safaricom Sacco, UN Women, Nivea, Weetabix, Kimfay, Superior Homes, Dominos Pizza. Since 2011 we have supported over 9,000 employers with our recruitment & HR solutions. Read thier experience with us below. Read Employer Testimonials A.I CV Not Getting You Interviews? A.I CV Not Getting You Interviews? Contact Us For Professional CV Review + 3 Months of Free Recruitment Support . Many professionals are using A.I to write their CVs, expecting it to improve their chances of getting interviews — only to discover they are still not getting interviews. Let our recruitment team review your CV, fix what’s missing, and help position you for opportunities. Stop Guessing. Start With a Free CV Review Here. Job Ready Courses Public Speaking Course Project Management Training PMP Exam Course Monitoring & Evaluation Certification Advanced Excel Class Digital Marketing Class Master HR Skills Program HR Fo