Dallas, TX, United States (On-site) Contract (2 months 6 days) Published 17 hours ago Docker & Kubernetes javaScript performance optimization DevOps & CI/CD Python Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Agile/SCRUM AI/ML A Forward Development Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing innovative solutions, prototypes, and future-state technologies that support product evolution, new business opportunities, and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Research and evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks. Design, develop, and validate proof-of-concepts (POCs) and prototypes. Collaborate with product managers, architects, and business stakeholders to define future requirements. Develop scalable software solutions using modern programming languages and development practices. Analyze technical feasibility, performance, and integration requirements. Create technical documentation, design specifications, and development standards. Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and performance optimization. Support continuous improvement and innovation initiatives. Work closely with cross-functional teams to transition successful prototypes into production-ready solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field. Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, or similar. Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud). Knowledge of software architecture, APIs, microservices, and DevOps practices. Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to learn and adopt new technologies quickly.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with AI/ML, data engineering, automation, or emerging technologies. Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Experience in R&D, innovation labs, or product engineering environments. Relevant technical certifications.

Key Competencies:

Innovation and creativity Technical leadership Critical thinking Collaboration and stakeholder management Adaptability and continuous learningGoogle AI & ML,Google Cloud Platform,Information Technology,Management,Management and Operations,cloud computing,cloud providers,operational management,problem management,problem solving,software development The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $32.36/hour - $50.56/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America's leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients' success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Unincorporated LA County workers:

we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.