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Forward Deployed Engineer

weekday-1Gurugram, Haryana, India
On-site Full-time ₹2M/yr - ₹5M/yr

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

Key ResponsibilitiesAccount Ownership: Serve as the primary point of accountability for designated enterprise accounts, managing transformation roadmaps, delivery, and business results. Transformation Planning: Create comprehensive AI transformation strategies by evaluating existing logistics operations, pinpointing automation opportunities, and developing actionable execution plans. Solution Deployment: Set up and launch AI agents, automation workflows, and platform solutions; work closely with engineering and product teams to ensure readiness for production. Stakeholder Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships across all organizational levels—from executive leadership to operational teams and system administrators. Program Management: Supervise the complete delivery process, including timelines, dependencies, change management, and go-live execution. Product Feedback Loop: Transform on-the-ground insights into structured product feedback; recognize patterns and influence product roadmap decisions. Playbook Development: Document best practices, solution patterns, and scalable frameworks for cross-account and geographic reuse. Candidate ProfileEntrepreneurial Mindset: Proven experience in building, owning, or leading initiatives from start to finish; strong sense of accountability and ownership. AI-Native Approach: Practical experience with AI tools, workflow development, and working with models (e.g., GPT, Claude) and agent frameworks. Technical Competence: Strong understanding of AI technologies, data analytics, and system integrations.

About the job

Weekday-1 is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to join a leading client in Gurugram, Haryana (NCR). This full-time position centers on driving AI transformation within large enterprise settings. The role combines elements of strategy, product development, and hands-on execution.

What You Will Do

  • Work directly with one or two major enterprise accounts to guide and implement their AI initiatives
  • Engage with senior leadership, including CXO-level stakeholders, to shape AI adoption strategies
  • Facilitate operational rollout and ensure practical adoption of AI-driven solutions

Who Thrives Here

  • Entrepreneurial thinkers who enjoy building and executing new ideas within complex organizations
  • Professionals with strong technical understanding of AI tools, agent workflows, and data pipelines
  • Individuals comfortable navigating both strategic discussions and hands-on technical work

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
  • Solid knowledge of AI concepts and practical tools
  • Ability to work closely with enterprise clients and senior executives
  • Technical acumen in AI, agent-based systems, and data infrastructure
  • Software engineering background is not mandatory

Compensation

Salary Range: ₹2,000,000 - ₹5,000,000 (INR 20-50 LPA)

Location

Gurugram, Haryana, India (NCR)

About weekday-1

Weekday-1 is a forward-thinking organization dedicated to driving technological advancements and transformation for our clients. We partner with various enterprises to leverage AI solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and strategic growth.

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