Industry Mentor – Forward Deployed Engineer | Part-Time

About the Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) Industry Mentor to guide learners in building and deploying real-world technology solutions. The role involves technical mentoring, project reviews, practical problem-solving, and interview preparation. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in software engineering, customer-facing technical implementations, system integration, and working with cross-functional teams. Role & Responsibilities • Conduct live mentoring sessions on software engineering, system integration, and real-world implementation . • Guide learners in translating business requirements into technical solutions . • Review code, projects, system designs, and provide actionable feedback. • Mentor learners on APIs, databases, cloud platforms, AI/ML integrations, and deployment . • Help learners with debugging, testing, troubleshooting, and production-readiness. • Conduct technical assessments, mock interviews, and project reviews. • Share industry best practices around system design, scalability, security, and deployment. • Collaborate with curriculum teams to improve practical projects and learning experiences. • Track learner progress and help resolve technical blockers. Skills & Qualifications Must-Have • Experience as a Forward Deployed Engineer, Solutions Engineer, Software Engineer, Full Stack Engineer, or similar role . • Strong programming skills in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, Go, or similar languages . • Experience with APIs, databases, SQL, and software development . • Understanding of cloud platforms and deployment workflows . • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills. • Experience translating customer/business requirements into technical solutions. • Prior experience in mentoring, teaching, training, or technical coaching . Preferred • Experience working directly with customers or stakeholders . • Familiarity with AI/ML, LLMs, or Generative AI . • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, AWS, GCP, or Azure . • Knowledge of system design, microservices, and distributed systems . • Experience conducting technical interviews or reviewing engineering projects. Engagement & Benefits • Part-time, flexible engagement for working professionals. • Remote opportunity across India. • Opportunity to mentor job-ready engineering learners . • Opportunity to contribute to practical curriculum and projects. • Competitive mentor compensation .