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Azure Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information technology, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before you can begin the extension, making that enrollment check a non-negotiable first step in your job search.
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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 Azure Cloud Engineer to join our Ignition Tax Product practice.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain automation scripts for managing the Azure environment, enhancing operational efficiency
- Design, implement, and administer Azure environments that support our mission-critical enterprise systems, ensuring system stability
- Serve as a Cloud DevOps subject matter expert, driving innovation, and sharing knowledge across the team
- Create and update supporting documentation for processes and Cloud automated tools, promoting standardization and knowledge sharing
- Handle Cloud patching, security updates, and vulnerability remediation ensuring system security
- Collaborate closely with the application team for the deployment of new and existing applications, fostering cross-functional teamwork
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum three years of recent experience in Cloud DevOps, specifically with Azure environment management and engineering
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in computer science, information technology, or related field experience is preferred; High school diploma or GED required
- Proven experience in developing automation scripts and managing large, mission-critical enterprise systems
- Demonstrated expertise in Cloud patching, security updates, and vulnerability remediation
- Excellent collaboration skills; great understanding of Azure Services, Network, and Security with experience working closely with application teams
- Strong communication skills with the ability to create and update supporting documentation for processes and Cloud automated tools
COMPENSATION
KPMG LLP and its affiliates and 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_25
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.
LOCATION
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 Azure Cloud Engineer to join our Ignition Tax Product practice.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain automation scripts for managing the Azure environment, enhancing operational efficiency
- Design, implement, and administer Azure environments that support our mission-critical enterprise systems, ensuring system stability
- Serve as a Cloud DevOps subject matter expert, driving innovation, and sharing knowledge across the team
- Create and update supporting documentation for processes and Cloud automated tools, promoting standardization and knowledge sharing
- Handle Cloud patching, security updates, and vulnerability remediation ensuring system security
- Collaborate closely with the application team for the deployment of new and existing applications, fostering cross-functional teamwork
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum three years of recent experience in Cloud DevOps, specifically with Azure environment management and engineering
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in computer science, information technology, or related field experience is preferred; High school diploma or GED required
- Proven experience in developing automation scripts and managing large, mission-critical enterprise systems
- Demonstrated expertise in Cloud patching, security updates, and vulnerability remediation
- Excellent collaboration skills; great understanding of Azure Services, Network, and Security with experience working closely with application teams
- Strong communication skills with the ability to create and update supporting documentation for processes and Cloud automated tools
COMPENSATION
KPMG LLP and its affiliates and 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_25
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.
LOCATION
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 STEM OPT Authorization as an Azure Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list. Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Information Technology codes qualify, but fields like Business Information Systems may not without a specific CIP match.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask recruiters directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you reach the offer stage. An employer can want to hire you and still be ineligible to sponsor your STEM OPT extension if they haven't completed E-Verify enrollment.
Use O*NET to anchor your I-983 training plan
Pull the Azure Engineer or Cloud Engineer occupation profile from O*NET to identify the specific knowledge, skills, and tasks your employer must document in the I-983. A training plan that maps your daily work to O*NET job functions holds up under ICE audits.
Target Azure-certified hiring managers on technical teams
Engineering managers who hold Azure certifications understand the role requirements well enough to write a defensible I-983 training plan. Recruiting through teams with hands-on Azure expertise shortens the back-and-forth on what qualifies as structured, progressive training under your OPT.
Browse STEM OPT-verified Azure roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Azure Engineer listings to employers already confirmed as E-Verify participants, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally support your extension. Search by role and location to surface opportunities with verified eligibility built in.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS requires your DSO to recommend the STEM OPT extension in SEVIS before you submit Form I-765. Starting that process 90 days before your current EAD expires protects your work authorization through cap-gap if you receive an H-1B petition before your extension is approved.
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Does an Azure Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. Your degree must appear on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list under an eligible CIP code, typically Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Information Technology. The role itself must also constitute a paid, practical training opportunity directly related to that STEM degree, which Azure Engineer positions generally satisfy given the technical depth required.
What does an employer need to do to support my STEM OPT as an Azure Engineer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, sign Form I-983 to establish a formal training plan, and report your work status to your DSO every six months. The I-983 must describe the Azure-specific skills and responsibilities you'll develop, the supervision structure, and how the training connects to your STEM degree. Employers who haven't completed E-Verify enrollment are legally unable to support a STEM OPT extension.
How do I write an I-983 training plan for an Azure Engineer position?
Your I-983 training plan should map your specific Azure responsibilities, such as designing cloud infrastructure, managing deployments, or implementing security configurations, to the learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. Use the Azure Engineer or Cloud Engineer occupation profile from O*NET to identify the technical competencies your employer should document. Both you and your employer's authorized representative must sign the form before your DSO can recommend the extension in SEVIS.
What happens to my work authorization if I get an H-1B petition while on STEM OPT?
If your STEM OPT is still valid on April 1 and your employer files a cap-subject H-1B petition on your behalf, cap-gap protection extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 of that year, or until your H-1B is approved or denied, whichever comes first. You can continue working as an Azure Engineer throughout that period without interruption as long as you remain with the same employer who filed the petition.
Where can I find Azure Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Azure Engineer roles filtered for employers who are enrolled in E-Verify, which is the core eligibility requirement for STEM OPT. Searching there means you're starting with companies that can legally support your extension rather than discovering that limitation after several interview rounds. You can filter by location, seniority level, and cloud specialization to narrow results to roles that fit your background.
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