Forward Deployed Engineer

Blue Signal Search; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Exposure to next-generation technologies

Flexible remote and on-site work

Job summary

An innovative cybersecurity recruiting firm is seeking a Senior Executive Recruiter in Ottawa, Ontario. This role involves deploying advanced security and cloud solutions, as well as collaborating with technical stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive software engineering experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a related Bachelor's degree. The position offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience with demonstrated success in customer-facing deployments.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and data modeling principles.
• Strong ability to craft effective prompts for large language models.
• Experience with AI‑integrated development tools (Claude Code, VS Code with Copilot).
• Strong ability to craft effective prompts for LLMs to boost productivity.
• Familiarity with MCP for extending LLMs to external data sources (strong plus).
• Working knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Foundational understanding of network security.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to mentor engineers.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and integrate software and security solutions into enterprise ecosystems.
• Develop full-stack software components, enhancements, and automation scripts.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.
• Utilize advanced development tools and intelligent assistance to accelerate coding, testing, and deployment tasks.
• Capture and codify deployment best practices, playbooks, and reusable engineering patterns.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and technical contributors.

Skills

Software engineering

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

SQL knowledge

Experience with AI development tools

Mentorship

Strong problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Sr. Executive Recruiter at Blue Signal Search

We are supporting a rapidly expanding cybersecurity organization seeking a highly skilled Forward Deployed Engineer to be a pivotal part of their field‑facing engineering organization. This is a rare chance to work at the intersection of software engineering, systems integration, and customer delivery, helping deploy advanced security and cloud solutions across enterprise environments. You’ll engage directly with partners and customers, solving complex technical challenges while shaping deployment methodologies and enhancing solution quality.

You will thrive in a role that values technical ingenuity, autonomy, and impactful work in high‑stakes environments. This position offers meaningful exposure to cutting‑edge cybersecurity platforms and the ability to influence the success of strategic technology initiatives.

Why This Role Is Exciting

• Opportunity to work closely with technical stakeholders and engineering leadership across diverse environments.
• Hybrid work model reflecting both remote flexibility and on‑site collaboration in the Ottawa region.
• Competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus, and long‑term incentives.
• Exposure to next‑generation security and cloud technologies across on‑premises and cloud‑native platforms.
• A culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy and integrate software and security solutions into diverse enterprise ecosystems.
• Develop full‑stack software components, enhancements, automation scripts, and custom integrations tailored to client environments.
• Collaborate closely with product, R&D, support, and client engineering teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Utilize advanced development tools and intelligent assistance to accelerate coding, testing, and deployment tasks.
• Capture and codify deployment best practices, playbooks, and reusable engineering patterns.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and technical contributors.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of hands‑on software engineering experience with demonstrated success in customer‑facing deployments.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and data modeling principles.
• Experience with AI‑integrated development tools (such as Claude Code, VS Code with Copilot).
• Strong ability to craft effective prompts for large language models (LLMs) to boost productivity across common software engineering tasks like boilerplate generation, refactoring, and testing.
• Familiarity with the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for extending LLMs to external data sources (strong plus).
• Working knowledge of major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Foundational understanding of network security.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to support and mentor engineering team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced SQL and data modeling expertise.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Deep familiarity with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional technical projects or consultations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in dynamic environments.

About Blue Signal

Blue Signal is an award‑winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top‑tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Industries

Computer and Network Security

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