Job Description

Job Summary

The Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) is a hands-on engineering role focused on building and deploying AI-powered solutions within client environments. Working as part of client-facing delivery teams, this role partners with senior engineers, and consulting leads to implement scalable, production-ready systems for HCLTech Enterprise customers.

FDEs contribute directly to solution delivery-translating defined requirements into working systems, building integrations, and supporting deployments. While primarily focused on engineering execution, the role also operates in client settings, requiring strong collaboration and the ability to support technical discussions with both engineering and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Implementation & Delivery
• Hands-on Engineering
• Client Delivery Support
• Collaboration & Translation
• Success Measures

Skill Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field
• Total 15+ year of Experience in Client Facing - AI Implementation Cloud platforms Application interfaces as Solution Architect.
• 5+ years of proficient experience in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Python APIs, Java, SQL)
• 4+ years of experience operating in a consulting or advisory capacity, including structuring ambiguous problems, developing solution recommendations, and delivering against client or business objectives
• Demonstrated experience working in client-facing engagements, including partnering directly with stakeholders to understand needs, communicate solutions, and support delivery in real-world environments
• Experience working with APIs, data pipelines, or distributed systems
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts, including LLMs and prompt engineering
• Demonstrate advanced user capability on CodeX, Claude, etc. and other AI productivity tools
• Ability to work effectively in client-facing delivery environments
• Solid collaboration skills and ability to operate within structured project teams
• Clear communication skills for working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to execute against defined requirements and evolving priorities

Other Requirements

• Master's degree in a technical discipline (AI/ML, Data Science, Software Engineering)
• Healthcare Domain Expertise; Understanding of healthcare payer and/or provider operations (e.g., claims, utilization management, care delivery, revenue cycle)
• Familiarity with healthcare data considerations (e.g., privacy, compliance) is a plus
• Solid execution focus with attention to detail and code quality
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments with multiple priorities
• Willingness to take ownership of assigned components and deliver reliably
• Continuous learning mindset, particularly in AI and emerging technologies