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Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Engineer, Full Stack Developer to join our Ignition Tax Product team. This is a hybrid role.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with product owners and data scientists to translate business needs into AI‑powered features and APIs
- Design, implement, and support scalable microservices for model inference on Azure or comparable platforms; create tools to facilitate feature delivery, including automation, testing, and debugging solutions
- Develop, support, and test client‑facing web applications using Angular and TypeScript, as well as backend services and APIs built with Python or .NET Framework/C#; design and secure SQL databases, including schema creation and stored procedure development, while ensuring overall application quality
- Leverage Azure services (App Services, Functions, SQL Database, DevOps) for deployment, scaling and monitoring
- Integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) and other AI services (such as Azure OpenAI, Custom Models Serving) into our front‑end and back‑end systems
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum three years of recent experience in software development and systems architecture
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, engineering or related field is preferred
- Solid understanding of software engineering such as microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, authentication/authorization
- Experience building enterprise systems using Python, .NET, C#, Angular, SQL and Azure is preferred
- Strong communication and analytical skills are required, strong Python skills and experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit‑learn) is preferred
COMPENSATION
KPMG LLP and its subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.
Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=6718_9_26
KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
INTRODUCTION
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Engineer, Full Stack Developer to join our Ignition Tax Product team. This is a hybrid role.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with product owners and data scientists to translate business needs into AI‑powered features and APIs
- Design, implement, and support scalable microservices for model inference on Azure or comparable platforms; create tools to facilitate feature delivery, including automation, testing, and debugging solutions
- Develop, support, and test client‑facing web applications using Angular and TypeScript, as well as backend services and APIs built with Python or .NET Framework/C#; design and secure SQL databases, including schema creation and stored procedure development, while ensuring overall application quality
- Leverage Azure services (App Services, Functions, SQL Database, DevOps) for deployment, scaling and monitoring
- Integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) and other AI services (such as Azure OpenAI, Custom Models Serving) into our front‑end and back‑end systems
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum three years of recent experience in software development and systems architecture
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, engineering or related field is preferred
- Solid understanding of software engineering such as microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, authentication/authorization
- Experience building enterprise systems using Python, .NET, C#, Angular, SQL and Azure is preferred
- Strong communication and analytical skills are required, strong Python skills and experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit‑learn) is preferred
COMPENSATION
KPMG LLP and its subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.
Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=6718_9_26
KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Developer Advocacy
Verify your SOC code before applying
Developer Advocacy sits at the intersection of engineering and communications, so employers assign different SOC codes. Check your offer letter's SOC classification against the O*NET profile to confirm the degree requirement aligns with your background and supports a specialty occupation determination.
Search LCA filings for advocacy-adjacent titles
Employers file LCAs under titles like 'Developer Relations Engineer' or 'Technical Evangelist,' not always 'Developer Advocate.' Use the OFLC Wage Search to find companies actively certifying these roles, then cross-reference with Migrate Mate to surface open positions at verified H-1B sponsors.
Target companies with cap-exempt filing options
Developer Advocacy roles at universities, nonprofits, or research institutions attached to higher education qualify for cap-exempt H-1B petitions. These bypass the annual lottery entirely, making them a practical option if you didn't get selected in the regular cap season.
Document your technical background for the petition
USCIS scrutinizes Developer Advocacy petitions because the role blends public-facing work with engineering. Gather transcripts, prior code samples, technical publications, or conference talk records that demonstrate your degree directly relates to the technical depth the job requires.
Negotiate filing timing around the cap-gap window
If you're on OPT when you receive an offer, your F-1 cap-gap protection extends work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year. Confirm your employer plans to file in April so your authorization stays continuous without a gap between OPT expiration and H-1B start.
Clarify who pays which H-1B fees upfront
H-1B regulations prohibit employers from passing certain required fees to you. Confirm before signing that your employer covers the I-129 filing fee and any ACWIA training fee. Premium processing, which cuts USCIS adjudication to 15 business days, is negotiable and worth requesting in writing.
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Find Developer Advocacy JobsDeveloper Advocacy H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Developer Advocacy qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as computer science, software engineering, or a related technical discipline. Employers must demonstrate the position normally requires this specific degree, not just any bachelor's. Roles that blend technical architecture with developer education generally qualify, but USCIS may issue an RFE if the job description emphasizes marketing over engineering.
Which SOC code do employers use for Developer Advocacy H-1B filings?
Most employers file under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other), though some use 27-3042 (Technical Writers) depending on how the role is scoped. The SOC code directly determines your prevailing wage level under DOL rules. Ask your employer which code they plan to use before the LCA is filed, since it affects both your wage floor and how USCIS evaluates specialty occupation status.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Developer Advocacy roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Developer Advocacy positions at companies with verified H-1B filing history. Because the role title varies widely across employers, filtering by related titles like 'Developer Relations' or 'Technical Evangelist' expands your results. DOL LCA disclosure data underpins the listings, so you can see which employers have actively sponsored similar roles rather than guessing based on company size or reputation.
Can my Developer Advocacy employer use premium processing for my H-1B petition?
Yes. Employers can file Form I-907 alongside or after the I-129 petition to request premium processing, which requires USCIS to act within 15 business days. This is especially useful for Developer Advocacy hires starting on a specific product launch or conference cycle. Premium processing doesn't improve approval odds but eliminates the uncertainty of standard adjudication timelines, which currently run several months.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Developer Advocacy role shifts toward more sales or marketing work?
A material change in job duties can trigger a requirement to file an amended H-1B petition before the change takes effect. If your role moves away from technical work and toward general marketing, USCIS could determine the position no longer qualifies as a specialty occupation at renewal. Flag any significant scope changes to your employer's immigration counsel early, and document the technical components of your work throughout your employment.
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