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# Forward Deployed Engineer

- **Company:** ASHRA TECHNOLOGY INC
- **Location:** Nashville, TN, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $86,162.0 - $103,765.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Web Application Frameworks, Google Cloud, ReactJS, Backend, Containerization, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Virtual Agents, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** August 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=da9132400dda9104

## About the Role

* Full-stack development experience with a backend-heavy focus
 * Proficiency in Java and hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
 * Experience building or integrating solutions using Vertex AI and/or agentic AI systems
 * Proven ability to deliver end-to-end solutions independently (development, QA, deployment)
 * Experience working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with minimal guidance
 * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to quickly ramp up on new technologies

Nice-to-Have Skills

 * Experience with Capacitor or other cross-platform/mobile development frameworks
 * Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular, etc.)
 * Exposure to microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), * Forward Deployed Engineer: 3 years (Preferred)

## Description

We are seeking Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to join our Emerging Tech team and drive cutting-edge innovation initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, product, and client delivery, where you will build and deploy high-impact solutions in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

As an FDE, you will take full ownership of delivering solutions end-to-end-from architecture and development to testing and deployment-while working closely with stakeholders to rapidly bring ideas to life.

This is an ideal opportunity for engineers who thrive in hands-on, high-ownership roles and enjoy solving complex problems with modern technologies, including AI-driven systems., * Assist in the design, build, and deploy full-stack applications with a strong emphasis on backend systems

 * Develop scalable services and APIs using Java and cloud-native architectures on GCP
 * Build and integrate AI-powered solutions leveraging Vertex AI and agentic AI frameworks
 * Own the entire software development lifecycle including development, testing (QA), deployment, and production support
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to rapidly prototype and deliver solutions
 * Operate in forward-deployed environments, working closely with end users or clients to refine and iterate solutions
 * Troubleshoot and resolve issues in real time, ensuring high-quality delivery under tight timelines


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