Forward Deployment Engineer

BDO Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking a Forward Deployment Engineer in Calgary to partner with business and technology teams to design, develop, and deploy scalable technology solutions that address complex challenges. This role blends software engineering with a consultative approach, delivering production-ready outcomes that drive operational efficiency and digital transformation.

You will own solutions from discovery through implementation and continuous improvement, collaborating with stakeholders and

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related field.
• 5–7+ years in software engineering, solution engineering, or integrations.
• Hands-on experience building APIs, integrations, and automation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders to understand challenges and define technical requirements.
• Own end-to-end solutions from discovery to deployment and optimization.
• Design, develop, test, and deploy APIs, integrations, and automation workflows.
• Build proofs of concept and MVPs to validate approaches before production.
• Collaborate with architects, security, and platform teams to align with standards.
• Apply AI and intelligent automation to improve operations.

Job description

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO Canada is looking to onboard a Forward Deployment Engineer who is responsible for partnering directly with business and technology stakeholders to design, develop, and deploy technology solutions that address complex business challenges. Combining strong software engineering expertise with a consultative, problem-solving approach, this role translates business needs into practical, production-ready solutions through hands‑on development, systems integration, automation, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies. Working closely with business leaders, end users, architects, and technology teams, the Forward Deployed Engineer takes ownership of solutions from discovery and prototyping through implementation and continuous improvement, delivering scalable, secure, and maintainable outcomes that drive operational efficiency, enhance user experiences, and support the firm's digital transformation objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Partner directly with business stakeholders and end users to understand operational challenges, assess existing workflows, define technical requirements, and identify opportunities for technology-enabled improvements.
• Take end-to-end technical ownership of solutions, from discovery, solution design, and prototyping through development, testing, deployment, and post-implementation optimization.
• Design, develop, test, and deploy production‑grade applications, APIs, integrations, automation workflows, and custom software solutions using modern programming languages, frameworks, and engineering practices.
• Rapidly build proofs of concept, prototypes, and minimum viable products to validate technical approaches, gather user feedback, and determine feasibility before scaling solutions for production.
• Design and implement integrations across enterprise applications, cloud platforms, data sources, and third‑party systems, ensuring reliable data exchange and interoperability.
• Evaluate and apply artificial intelligence, including generative AI and intelligent automation where appropriate, to develop solutions that streamline workflows, enhance decision‑making, and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with enterprise architects, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and platform teams to ensure solutions align with architectural standards, security controls, data governance requirements, and enterprise technology strategies.
• Apply software engineering best practices, including version control, automated testing, code reviews, CI/CD, and secure development principles, to deliver reliable and maintainable solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues across applications, integrations, and infrastructure, identifying root causes and implementing sustainable improvements.
• Work closely with business users during implementation to validate functionality, support solution adoption, and refine capabilities based on operational feedback and performance.
• Evaluate solution effectiveness using defined technical and business success criteria, including performance, reliability, user adoption, operational efficiency, and measurable business impact.
• Develop reusable components, integration patterns, and technical documentation to improve development efficiency, facilitate knowledge transfer, and support long‑term maintainability.
• Contribute technical expertise to the evaluation of emerging technologies and engineering practices, recommending practical approaches that strengthen enterprise technology capabilities.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand our client's industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high‑quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to our clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7+ years of experience in software engineering, solution engineering, systems integration, or application development roles.
• Strong hands‑on experience developing applications, APIs, integrations, and automation solutions using modern programming language