Forward Deployed Engineer - Operations

Forward Deployed Engineer – Operations (Contract)

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid) or fully remote

We are seeking a Software Engineer to support the development of a large-scale, enterprise technology platform within a global organization. This role is focused on building a modern, multi-asset system from the ground up, offering the opportunity to contribute to a greenfield initiative with significant visibility and impact. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple regions, working in a fast-paced environment that blends local execution with global coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend applications using Python and AI tooling (Claude, Claude Code, Codex)
• Build and enhance front-end components using React or React Native
• Partner with engineering, QA and DevOps teams across distributed environments
• Contribute to cloud-based infrastructure and deployment activities
• Support CI/CD pipelines and development best practices
• Translate business requirements into scalable, high-quality technical solutions

Qualifications Required

• Strong experience working as a Python software engineer
• Prior experience with Agentic coding solutions and building production ready Agents
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and relational databases
• Proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks such as React or React Native
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across global teams
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Preferred

• Experience working on greenfield or enterprise-scale systems
• Familiarity with modern cloud architecture and deployment patterns
• Exposure to data-driven or complex platform environments

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $70.00 per hour
• LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit

This is a high-impact role within a collaborative and globally connected team. The position offers the opportunity to help launch a new platform while contributing to both foundational architecture and ongoing development efforts. If you are a software engineer looking to build modern applications in a dynamic, globally integrated environment, we encourage you to apply.