Intellibus Consulting, a boutique engineering and AI transformation firm serving global financial institutions, is seeking exceptional Forward Deployed Engineers (FDE) with strong software engineering expertise—especially in Java, backend engineering, full-stack development, microservices, and distributed systems. This is a highly technical, client-facing role requiring seamless movement between architecture, software development, delivery, and executive client engagement. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and deliver scalable enterprise applications using Java, including Spring Boot and Spring Framework. Build complex microservices architectures, distributed systems, and event-driven applications. Develop full-stack solutions, with backend and frontend capabilities using React, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS. Manage the full software development lifecycle from design through production support. Lead technical implementation while actively writing and reviewing code. Troubleshoot performance, scalability, concurrency, and production issues. Develop reusable components, APIs, and enterprise frameworks. Implement authentication, authorization, security, and API integration patterns. Design and operate cloud-native microservices, working with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and AWS, Azure, or GCP. Apply observability practices with logging, monitoring, and tracing tools. Integrate AI-powered solutions including LLMs, AI agents, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) workflows. Engage directly with client CTOs, CIOs, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to understand challenges and translate them into technical solutions. Lead discovery sessions, architecture discussions, solution demos, and workshops. Identify new technology opportunities to expand client accounts and contribute to business development. Prepare technical proposals, architecture diagrams, and executive-level presentations. Required Technical Expertise Extensive hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, OOP, multithreading, REST APIs, Hibernate, and JPA. Strong backend architecture, microservices design, distributed systems, Kafka, event-driven systems, and messaging. Full-stack development expertise with React, JavaScript, TypeScript, and API integration. Cloud and DevOps experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP including Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and preferably Terraform. Exposure to AI and generative AI integrations, including LLMs and AI agents. Consulting & Client Engagement Experience Mandatory prior experience in technology consulting, professional services, or systems integration. Proven track record delivering enterprise technology solutions for external clients. Ability to manage multiple technical stakeholders, communicate effectively at the executive level, and identify opportunities for account expansion. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience. Approximately 8+ years of professional software engineering experience. Prior work or strong familiarity with financial services, banking, fintech, or regulated industries is strongly preferred. What Success Looks Like Independent design, coding, and delivery of complex enterprise applications. Confident engagement with client engineering teams and senior executives. Ability to identify and solve broader client challenges and grow strategic accounts. Employment Details Pay Range: $65–$95 per hour Job Type: Contract to Hire / Full Time Additional Benefits: PTO & Health Insurance Hiring Process 15-minute introductory call with Intellibus leadership Proctored GQ assessment plus slideware (presentation) evaluation Technical & Delivery Leadership Interview (30–45 minutes) Executive Interview Offer If interested, please apply and the team will contact you within the hour.