VP, Platform Engineering

Why We Stand OutSeeking a career-defining opportunity where your leadership, strategic vision, and client expertise are recognized and rewarded? Kaufman Rossin might be just the place for you.As one of the top accounting firms in the country, our foundation is "people first." In the words of James Kaufman, "we prioritize our people, their development, and their well-being. Our values are translated into action every day."Kaufman Rossin is a privately owned, independent public accounting firm, which means we are not beholden to outside investors or private equity influence. This independence allows us to prioritize long-term client relationships, maintain objectivity in our advisory approach, and make strategic decisions that benefit our people and clients, not external stakeholders. Our structure fosters agility, entrepreneurial thinking, and a collaborative culture where leadership is accessible, and innovation is encouraged.Celebrated as the Best Place to Work in South Florida over a dozen times, Kaufman Rossin has grown to over 700 employees, with offices spanning the tri-county area, including sister entities Kaufman Rossin Wealth and Kaufman Rossin Alternative Investment Services.Think you have what it takes?How You'll ContributeKaufman Rossin is seeking a VP of Platform Engineering to join our growing Information Technology team. In this role, you will lead the strategy, delivery, and governance of KR's Platform Engineering function, including AI application development, Salesforce CRM, Azure and AWS cloud infrastructure, Microsoft 365, automation and application integration, M Files document management, and our global delivery team in Bengaluru.Platform Engineering Leadership & StrategyDefine the technical roadmap for cloud platforms, DevOps, Kubernetes, infrastructure as code, and AI assisted engineering toolsBuild, develop, and retain a high performing global engineering team across South Florida and BengaluruManage the Platform Engineering budget, including headcount, cloud costs, tools, and vendor contractsLead transformational initiatives while fostering professional development, accountability, and strong performance AI Applications (Internal & Client-Facing)AI ApplicationsEstablish the AI use case roadmap, model selection strategy, and governance frameworkOversee the development of Azure based AI applications, including retrieval augmented generation, document intelligence, conversational agents, and client solutionsEnsure responsible AI practices through content filtering, data isolation, audit logging, and appropriate governance controlsSalesforce CRMProvide strategic oversight of Sales Cloud, Marketing Cloud, Service Cloud, and Experience CloudPartner with Marketing leadership to support campaign management, client engagement, and relationship strategiesEnsure Salesforce solutions align with business objectives, integration standards, and user needsAzure and AWS Cloud InfrastructureLead cloud infrastructure strategy across Azure and AWS, including architecture, governance, security, and cost managementOversee the migration from AWS to Azure and the transition from Citrix to Azure Virtual DesktopProvide leadership across the Microsoft technology ecosystem, including Microsoft 365, Azure DevOps, Entra ID, Purview, and SentinelAutomation and Application IntegrationLead KR's automation capabilities across Automation Anywhere, UiPath, Power Automate, Workato, and MuleSoftDefine build, buy, and platform strategies that improve efficiency, scalability, and return on investmentEstablish standards for application integration, automation governance, and solution deliveryM Files Document ManagementLead the technical implementation and ongoing development of M Files, including architecture, configuration, and integration with Salesforce and AzureEnsure the platform supports the document management, audit, security, and compliance requirements of a CPA firmVendor and Stakeholder ManagementManage strategic relationships with Microsoft, Salesforce, AI providers, automation platforms, and other technology partnersLead vendor evaluations, requests for proposals, proof of concept assessments, and technology recommendationsCollaborate closely with Infrastructure, Security, Data Insights, PMO, Operations, and business leadersCommunicate complex technical strategies clearly to executive, client, business, and technical audiencesRequirementsHow You'll Stand Out15 or more years of progressive leadership experience across software development, cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and platform engineering. Deep expertise in Azure and AWS architecture, governance, cost management, DevOps, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code using Terraform or BicepProven leadership experience with AI and machine learning applications, including large language models, retrieval augmented generation, Azure Open AI, responsible AI, and model selection. Strong knowledge of automation and integration technologies, including Automation Anywhere, UiPath, Power Automate, Workato, and MuleSoftExperience implementing M Files or a comparable document management systemExperience working within a regulated, document intensive, or professional services environmentKnowledge of TOGAF or a comparable enterprise architecture frameworkBenefitsWe embrace authenticity. Kaufman Rossin is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a culture that reflects the diversity of our firm and clients. We encourage understanding, acceptance, and celebration among all people. That includes lifestyle, education, experience, race, ethnicity, age, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Differences make unique varieties.