Forward Deployment Engineer

Description

We are seeking a skilled Forward Deployment Engineer to partner closely with Enterprise AI teams and business stakeholders to rapidly design, prototype, and deploy AI-powered solutions that solve real business problems. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of technology and business—translating ambiguous requirements into functional AI solutions while serving as the technical bridge between stakeholders and engineering teams. The successful candidate will help accelerate AI adoption by developing proof-of-concepts (POCs), validating use cases, integrating AI capabilities into existing workflows, and supporting the modernization of legacy applications and business processes. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on delivering business value through practical AI implementations rather than conducting pure research. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities AI Solution Development & Prototyping • Design, build, and deploy AI-powered proof-of-concepts (POCs) and pilot solutions. • Develop applications leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), prompt engineering, and emerging agent frameworks. • Quickly move from concept to working prototype, validating business value and technical feasibility. • Enhance and extend existing enterprise AI capabilities and platforms. • Leverage enterprise AI platforms and copilots, including Microsoft 365 Copilot Cowork, Copilot Studio, Claude Cowork, and similar AI tools, to rapidly prototype solutions, validate use cases, and accelerate delivery. • Design and demonstrate AI-powered workflows, agents, and business solutions using enterprise AI platforms to showcase business value and support stakeholder adoption. Stakeholder Engagement • Work directly with business partners, AI teams, and technical stakeholders to understand business challenges and identify AI opportunities. • Translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. • Facilitate workshops, discovery sessions, and solution demonstrations. • Serve as a trusted technical advisor throughout the solution lifecycle. Deployment & Integration • Integrate AI solutions with enterprise applications, APIs, databases, and internal systems. • Support deployment of solutions into development, test, and production environments. • Collaborate with platform and infrastructure teams to operationalize AI capabilities. • Perform testing and troubleshooting across local and remote environments. Model Evaluation & Validation • Assess AI and machine learning model performance, accuracy, reliability, and fitness for purpose. • Develop evaluation frameworks and testing methodologies for AI solutions. • Monitor and optimize solution effectiveness based on stakeholder feedback and business outcomes. Application Modernization • Support modernization of legacy applications and workflows through AI-enabled solutions. • Contribute to initiatives focused on business process transformation and operational efficiency. • Develop Python-based services and tools that improve internal productivity and automation.

Skills

AI, Claude, machine learning models

Top Skills Details

AI,Claude,machine learning models

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to leverage AI copilots and agent platforms to accelerate prototyping, workflow automation, solution design, and stakeholder demonstrations. • Experience evaluating and integrating AI assistants, agents, and generative AI capabilities into enterprise business processes and workflows. • Strong Python development skills. • Experience evaluating, testing, and validating AI/ML models. • Experience consuming and building APIs. • Familiarity with SQL and working with structured and unstructured data. • Ability to run, test, and troubleshoot applications in both local and remote environments. Cloud & Deployment • Experience working with at least one major public cloud platform: o AWS o Azure o Google Cloud Platform (GCP) • Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker. • Exposure to CI/CD and modern deployment practices.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Peoria, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $ - $

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Peoria,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.