Software & Application - KPMG Lighthouse

About KPMG Malaysia

KPMG is one of the ‘Big Four’ professional services firms. KPMG in Malaysia can be traced back to 1928, and today the firm has grown to be part of a leading global network of professional services firms. 

Your role

This program aims to equip candidates with the necessary skills in the data and analytics space. At the end of this program, candidates can expect to have technical and functional capabilities which are essential for the Software Engineer role. Some of the focus of this program will be:

Responsibilities

• Concepting, creating, and building software/applications alongside the graphic design team, including taking designer wireframes and magically turning them into effective code.
• Prepare and install solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming.
• Working through the website development lifecycle to launch.
• Designing user-based interactions through effective front-end architecture.
• Developing functional databases, applications, and servers to support its websites on the back end.
• Coding for various platforms to ensure functionality across multiple channels.
• Developing best practices for the Full Stack Developer team.
• Determining application responsiveness for consumers.
• Ensuring company mandate is effectively addressed in technical and developmental aspects.
• Managing database administration and hosting duties.
• Troubleshooting issues and problem-solving as necessary.
• Keeping current with industry trends and developments that can be applied to company and clients' needs

Training, development & rotations

The Apprenticeship program is specifically designed to blend hands-on experience with relevant training to enhance your job competency. As part of the Firm’s talent development program, it is committed to investing in software and application technology training for its apprentices to achieve the necessary accreditations.

Be part of the team today and turn business requirements into technology solutions and constantly seek quality improvements by designing, coding, and testing / debugging applications, as well as documenting procedures – all with the most advanced technologies, tools, software engineering methodologies, and the collaboration of internal and external resources in compliance with KPMG Global policies, security, and privacy.

The Apprenticeship program comes with a unique feature of one-to-one mentorship where you will be guided by an assigned mentor throughout the program. Upon completion of the program, you'll stand a chance to be offered a permanent role at KPMG Lighthouse.

If you are passionate about your career path of becoming a software engineer, welcome you to embark on the journey with KPMG!

Compensation & benefits

KPMG recognizes that good benefits play an important role in attracting and retaining great people. So, it offers a strong combination of financial and non-financial benefits because everyone has different needs, and it offers a variety of benefits from which to choose. KPMG lets you create a program suited to you and your family's needs and offers a variety of optional coverage.

The pay of an Apprenticeship at KPMG is 12000 MYR annually.

Career progression

KPMG is committed to building future-proof skills, expertise, and innovation and equipping its people to grow their careers and make an impact with work that matters. As it defines shapes and builds a workplace fit for the future, it involves its people at every step.

It recognizes the value of providing career growth opportunities for its people to expand their skill sets and knowledge through international experiences. As a result, KPMG strives to encourage and support its people to pursue an international assignment through the Global Opportunities (GO) program.

Work-life balance

KPMG's Graduate Program offers an excellent learning and development pathway that supports you with ongoing training, structured development programs, and dedicated mentors from one of its three flexible working hubs – home, office, or client. Thus awarding KPMG with the Graduates’ Choice Award 2021 for Accounting & Professional Services, Consulting, and Top 25 Preferred Employer.

Company culture 

At the heart of KPMG’s vibrant culture lies a set of core beliefs, that guide and unify its actions and behaviors. The Values are the foundation of everything it does and every action it takes. KPMG is committed to providing an environment that enables everyone to succeed – a safe space for people to bring their whole selves to work. The culture influences how it interacts with colleagues, clients, and the broader community. It believes the diversity of thought, backgrounds, and experiences strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to its people and clients.  

About you

The requirements and qualifications for the role are as follows :

• Availability of 6 months and above.
• Bachelor’s degree with – IT related: Computer Science equivalent
• Comfortable working with complex business processes
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Scrum or Hybrid Scrum methodology would be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skill.
• Basic knowledge and experience with any of the following:
• Frontend fundamentals: HTML5, Bootstrap/CSS, JS.
• Web-oriented development languages: JS, JSON, PHP, Python, or others.
• Frontend framework: React, Vue.js, Angular, Django, Node.js, or others.
• SQL or Non-SQL.
• Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, SharePoint, etc) will be an added advantage.

How to apply

Once you’ve decided to start your KPMG career, you’ll need to submit your application by clicking the “Apply on employer site” button below. The recruitment process begins here :

• Application phase
• Abilities assessments
• Video interview
• Final stage – KPMG Launchpad
• Offer

Source

https://www.glassdoor.com/Salary/KPMG-Malaysia-Salaries-EI_IE2867.0,4_IL.5,13_IN170.htm