Senior Forward Deployed Engineer

UiPath2 weeks ago

Location

Bangalore - Engineering

Type

Full Time

Salary

INR 150,000 – 250,000

Level

Senior

Role

Senior Forward Deployed Engineer

Posted

May 21, 2026

Full TimeSenior

The role

Summary

UiPath is seeking a Senior Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) in Bangalore to work directly with customers on designing and deploying AI-powered automation workflows. The role involves building production-ready AI systems, integrating enterprise technologies, and driving measurable business impact through innovative automation solutions.

What you'll do

AI System Development: Build and deploy LLM-powered applications and multi-agent workflows in production environments

Solution Architecture: Design end-to-end solutions integrating APIs, enterprise systems, and data platforms

Customer Engagement: Partner directly with customers to translate business problems into scalable AI and RPA solutions

Technical Leadership: Lead high-impact technical workstreams, mentor engineers, and contribute to reusable implementation playbooks

System Optimization: Optimize systems for performance, cost, reliability, and extend platform functionality using APIs, SDKs, and custom integrations

What we look for

Technical

Programming LanguagesStrong coding skills in Python and/or TypeScript

AI TechnologiesHands-on experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, and production AI systems

System IntegrationExperience building and deploying complex, integrated enterprise systems

Education

Advanced DegreePhD or Master's in Computer Science or related technical field (strongly preferred)

Experience

Software Engineering5-8+ years of software engineering experience, including applied or customer-facing work

Customer EngagementProven experience managing technical risks, timelines, and stakeholder expectations

Skills

Required skills

AI System DevelopmentAbility to build production-ready AI workflows and applications

Technical CommunicationStrong communication skills with engineers and business stakeholders

AdaptabilityAbility to operate in ambiguity and quickly move from concept to production

Nice to have

Agent FrameworksExperience with agent orchestration systems and distributed systems

AI ProvidersFamiliarity with LLM providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Gemini

Enterprise ExperienceBackground in startup, consulting, or forward-deployed engineering environments

Compensation & benefits

Salary

INR 150,000 – 250,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Diverse Work Environment

Inclusive workplace with equal opportunities for all

Flexible Work Arrangements

Potential for hybrid work models depending on team needs

Career Growth

Opportunities to work at the frontier of AI and enterprise automation

Impact-Driven Role

Directly contribute to transforming business operations through AI

Interview process

1
Initial Screening — Phone or video call with recruiting team to assess background and experience
2
Technical Interview — Detailed technical discussion covering AI, system design, and engineering capabilities
3
Problem-Solving Challenge — Technical assessment involving AI workflow design and system integration scenario
4
Customer Engagement Simulation — Interview focusing on communication skills and ability to work with stakeholders
5
Final Leadership Interview — Meeting with senior engineering leadership to evaluate overall fit and potential