FDE Lead Engineer (GCP)

TEKsystems

1d•$133,100 - $199,700•Remote

About The Position

We’re seeking a highly experienced Lead Engineer to join our Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE) team focused on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). As a technical leader, you will architect, build, and deliver rapid, high-impact prototypes for strategic clients, embedding with their teams to solve complex and ambiguous technical challenges. You will guide a talented engineering team, drive innovation, and ensure seamless transitions from prototype to production, helping position TEKsystems as a trusted innovation partner.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in software engineering, cloud solution development, or related roles, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership or lead capacity.
Expert-level proficiency in designing and building solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP); experience with other cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is a plus.
Strong programming skills in Python and/or other modern languages; familiarity with relevant frameworks and tools.
Demonstrated experience architecting and deploying production-grade systems, rapid prototypes, and scalable cloud solutions.
Deep understanding of cloud-native architectures, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps/MLOps practices.
Experience with data engineering, feature engineering, and building data pipelines for cloud-based use cases.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AI/ML, data analytics, or building agentic solutions on GCP.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and security best practices.
Contributions to open-source projects, published research, or thought leadership in the cloud engineering community.
Relevant GCP certifications (e.g., Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, Data Engineer).

Responsibilities

Architect, design, and lead the development of rapid prototypes and scalable solutions on GCP, addressing clients’ most pressing business challenges.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the FDE engineering team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
Oversee end-to-end project lifecycles: from opportunity qualification, discovery, and prototyping, through solution transition and production deployment.
Collaborate closely with C-level client stakeholders, product managers, and cross-functional teams to define technical strategy and translate business objectives into actionable solutions.
Establish and enforce best practices for coding, architectural integrity, model validation, and solution reusability.
Review code, provide constructive feedback, and ensure high-quality, production-ready deliverables.
Stay current with emerging technologies, GCP services, and engineering methodologies, driving adoption of innovative tools and practices.
Present technical concepts and project progress to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Contribute to the creation and curation of reusable assets, solution patterns, and intellectual property for the FDE practice.
Track and report on key metrics such as prototype success rate, transition to billable engagements, and client satisfaction.