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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Forward Deployment Engineer (FDE / Java Full Stack + GenAI) - **Company:** Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation - **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States - **Salary:** $81,000.0 - $155,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Application Lifecycle Management, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Consulting, Corona (Software Development Kit), Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), OpenShift, Performance Tuning, Productivity Software, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Google Cloud, ReactJS, Multi-Agent Systems, Prompt Engineering, Spring-boot, Generative AI, Event Driven Architecture, AI Platforms, AngularJS, Automation Anywhere, Microservices - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/77EC57E4614B490FA1FD9B2631E94209/job/ ## About the Role * 16+ years of experience in software engineering, application development, or technology consulting roles. * Strong expertise in Java 17 and Spring Boot microservices development. * Proven experience developing modern full-stack applications using technologies such as Java, React, Angular, TypeScript, and Python. * Hands-on experience with distributed systems, APIs, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native microservices. * Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines, developer platforms, and modern engineering toolchains. * Strong knowledge of cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and OpenShift (OCP). * Hands-on experience with Generative AI and Large Language Model technologies, including tools such as Devin, Claude, and modern AI-assisted development platforms. * Experience with prompt engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agent-based workflows, and AI orchestration frameworks. * Ability to independently drive technical solutions from inception through deployment with minimal supervision. * Experience working within enterprise environments that require governance, security, and regulatory compliance. These Will Help You Stand Out * Experience designing and implementing multi-agent architectures and autonomous AI workflows. * Knowledge of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and AI tool integrations. * Experience building AI-enabled developer productivity solutions at enterprise scale. * Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate business challenges into technical solutions. * Passion for mentoring teams, driving technology adoption, and delivering measurable productivity improvements. * Experience supporting large-scale enterprise transformations involving AI-assisted software delivery. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role. ## Description As a Forward Deployment Engineer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and deploying innovative Generative AI-powered solutions that accelerate software delivery, improve developer productivity, and transform enterprise engineering workflows. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with product teams, business stakeholders, platform engineering teams, and client partners to integrate GenAI capabilities into modern software development environments. Based on the Cognizant Global Job Posting Template, this posting focuses on the most critical responsibilities and qualifications required for success in the role. Work model This is a hybrid role based on business requirements in Charlotte, NC and/or Irving, TX. Regardless of work arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations. Important Disclaimers: _Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs._ _Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future_ In This Role, You Will: * Design, develop, and deploy Generative AI-powered applications and engineering solutions using leading AI platforms and tools. * Integrate AI and developer productivity tools into enterprise software development lifecycle (SDLC) workflows, including CI/CD pipelines and engineering platforms. * Partner with cross-functional teams to accelerate product delivery, improve engineering efficiency, and enhance the end-to-end application lifecycle. * Lead adoption, enablement, and best practices for Generative AI technologies, including prompt engineering, agent-based workflows, and AI-assisted development. * Provide hands-on technical leadership, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and scalable implementation support across enterprise environments. ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [How to Stop Choosing JavaScript Frameworks and Start Living](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/118-how-to-stop-choosing-javascript-frameworks-and-start-living) - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) - [AI Won't Fix Your Engineering Culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100266-ai-won-t-fix-your-engineering-culture) - [The Future of Developer Experience with GenAI: Driving Engineering Excellence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1107-the-future-of-developer-experience-with-genai-driving-engineering-excellence) - [Stand alone components in Angular](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/656-stand-alone-components-in-angular) ## Related Articles - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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