Forward Deployment Engineer

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 languages and frameworks.

• Experience working directly with business stakeholders to translate requirements into practical, production-ready technology solutions.

• Strong understanding of software architecture, application design, system integration, and software development best practices.

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.

• Experience with modern engineering practices including source control, CI/CD, automated testing, and secure software development.

• Working knowledge of databases, data integration, and enterprise application ecosystems.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and independently drive solutions.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across business and technology teams.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences. 

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars - Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
• We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy.  We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts:  We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone.  We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together.  Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible.  If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

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