FirstWork

Forward Deployed Engineer

Location
India
Work mode
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Experience
2–6 yrs exp
Pay
₹15–25 LPA (Est.)
Type
Full-time job, AI & ML
Added
12 November 2026

About this role

FirstWork is an applied AI company that automates workforce operations like hiring, onboarding, document verification and compliance for businesses with large frontline workforces. As a Forward Deployed Engineer you will work directly with enterprise customers to understand their workflows and implement them on the FirstWork platform. The role covers full implementations, from discovery and solution design through integrations, automation, deployment and ongoing support. You will write code, build integrations with HR and payroll systems, configure AI document verification and lead client calls. It suits engineers who enjoy hands-on coding combined with customer interaction.

FirstWork is hiring for Forward Deployed Engineer, a full-time role based in India.

Who can apply: 2–6 yrs exp. Skills: Python, SQL, REST APIs, Webhooks, RPA.

Hirastra checked that this opening is live. Apply directly through the official posting; applying is always free.

What you'll do

  • Lead enterprise client implementations from discovery through go-live
  • Build and maintain integrations with ATS, VMS, payroll and HR systems using REST APIs, webhooks and file-based sync
  • Design and configure AI-powered document verification pipelines
  • Build RPA automations and write scripts for data mapping, migrations, debugging and reporting
  • Investigate production issues and work with product and engineering on fixes
  • Lead client calls, demos and status updates, and share customer feedback with the product team

What you need

  • 2–6 years of experience in software engineering, solutions engineering, implementation or technical consulting
  • Strong Python and SQL skills, including reading and debugging existing code
  • Hands-on experience with REST APIs, JSON, webhooks and third-party integrations
  • Ability to translate loosely defined business processes into technical solutions
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Skills

  • Python
  • SQL
  • REST APIs
  • Webhooks
  • RPA

"Est." = Hirastra's estimate based on market data, not an official figure.

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