Forward Deployed Engineer

HBK Engineering, LLC
Houston, TX, United States
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) JavaScript (Programming Language) Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Data Analysis Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Code Generation Information Systems Continuous Integration Python (Programming Language)
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Cloud Services Software Deployment Software Engineering Systems Integration Enterprise Software Applications Cloud Platform System Chatbots GitHub Copilot Backend Information Technology GPT Databricks Golang Programming Languages

Job description

The Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) is a hands-on technical consultant embedded in some of Quanta’s most innovative and fast-moving projects. You will partner with business leaders, domain experts, and engineers to design, prototype, and deploy real-world solutions focused on AI, applications, and automation build around our enterprise Databricks Lakehouse platform. From domain-specific chatbots to internal tooling and backend process automation, you’ll work across a wide range of business and technical domains-energy infrastructure, operations, finance, safety, logistics, and more. This role emphasizes speed, adaptability, and using AI-powered development workflows to accelerate delivery and impact. What You’ll Do Engage directly with internal stakeholders and operating units to understand technical needs and business priorities Translate requirements into working software prototypes and full-featured solutions Use AI-assisted tools for code generation, automation, data analysis, and research acceleration Build integrations, applications, and scripts across cloud services, APIs, and enterprise systems Iterate rapidly on solutions with continuous feedback from subject matter experts Deploy applications to production environments and provide post-deployment support Document learnings, design decisions, and reusable components to support scale and knowledge-sharing Stay current with emerging AI tools and technologies-and help bring them into use across Quanta’s ecosystem

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field

  • 5-10 years of experience in software development, systems integration, or technical consulting Licenses / Certifications:

  • None required
  • Cloud certifications or AI/ML specializations are a plus Knowledge and Skills:

  • 2+ Years hands on experience with Databricks in an enterprise setting
  • Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g. Python, JavaScript, Java, Go)
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with a consultative approach
  • Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern development practices (CI/CD, containers, APIs)
  • Experience using AI tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar for development workflows
  • Ability to learn new technologies and domain contexts quickly
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across disciplines

Benefits & conditions

Competitive compensation and benefits package Flexible work options (on-site, hybrid, or remote) Educational assistance and learning resources Wellness and Mental Health programs Paid Parental Leave Employee Referral Program Learning and Development Programs In-office amenities and perks (where applicable) Equal Opportunity Employer

About the company

Every moment of every day, people around the world rely on the energy they access through infrastructure built by Quanta. Comprising the largest skilled-labor force in North America, our employees are highly skilled and innovative, continually working to connect people and power. We’re building the infrastructure that supports the energy transition, and there are more opportunities than ever to be part of our team. Join us and build your career building a brighter future. Imagine what you could do here. We encourage, inspire, and support our people to seize opportunities in our corporate office and with hundreds of our operating companies worldwide that provide solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, and communications industries. Quanta actively promotes and maintains a culture of belonging where all employees can be themselves, live their values, and find opportunities to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic organization in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is prized. Come find out how our people power modern life. About this Role

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