Forward Deployed Engineer

Join a cutting-edge team supporting the USPTO Enterprise Cloud Modernization Program as a Forward Deployed Engineer. This client-facing technical role offers the opportunity to leverage your software development, cloud engineering, and problem-solving skills to deliver impactful solutions in a federal environment. Work remotely with flexible location considerations and contribute directly to mission-critical modernization initiatives. This contract role offers competitive pay and potential for transition to permanent employment., * Act as the primary technical point of contact for customer deployments, integrations, and solution delivery.

• Collaborate with customer teams to understand workflows, operational challenges, and mission requirements.
• Design, develop, and customize software using cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Build automation, data pipelines, dashboards, and tailored features to meet customer needs.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues in real time, providing durable solutions.
• Partner with product engineering to communicate customer feedback and improvement opportunities.
• Create technical documentation, deployment guides, and runbooks.
• Train and mentor customer technical staff and administrators.
• Ensure solutions comply with security, governance, and regulatory standards.
• Support technical demonstrations, proof-of-concept, and solution scoping activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent experience
• Strong hands-on development experience with Python, Java, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languages
• Proficiency with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, including cloud-based and distributed systems
• Experience working directly with customers, gathering requirements, troubleshooting, and delivering solutions
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Bicep)

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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