Sr. Executive Recruiter at Blue Signal Search We are supporting a rapidly expanding cybersecurity organization seeking a highly skilled Forward Deployed Engineer to be a pivotal part of their field‑facing engineering organization. This is a rare chance to work at the intersection of software engineering, systems integration, and customer delivery, helping deploy advanced security and cloud solutions across enterprise environments. You’ll engage directly with partners and customers, solving complex technical challenges while shaping deployment methodologies and enhancing solution quality. You will thrive in a role that values technical ingenuity, autonomy, and impactful work in high‑stakes environments. This position offers meaningful exposure to cutting‑edge cybersecurity platforms and the ability to influence the success of strategic technology initiatives. Why This Role Is Exciting Opportunity to work closely with technical stakeholders and engineering leadership across diverse environments. Hybrid work model reflecting both remote flexibility and on‑site collaboration in the Ottawa region. Competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus, and long‑term incentives. Exposure to next‑generation security and cloud technologies across on‑premises and cloud‑native platforms. A culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities Deploy and integrate software and security solutions into diverse enterprise ecosystems. Develop full‑stack software components, enhancements, automation scripts, and custom integrations tailored to client environments. Collaborate closely with product, R&D, support, and client engineering teams to resolve complex technical challenges. Utilize advanced development tools and intelligent assistance to accelerate coding, testing, and deployment tasks. Capture and codify deployment best practices, playbooks, and reusable engineering patterns. Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and technical contributors. Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. 5+ years of hands‑on software engineering experience with demonstrated success in customer‑facing deployments. Basic knowledge of SQL and data modeling principles. Experience with AI‑integrated development tools (such as Claude Code, VS Code with Copilot). Strong ability to craft effective prompts for large language models (LLMs) to boost productivity across common software engineering tasks like boilerplate generation, refactoring, and testing. Familiarity with the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for extending LLMs to external data sources (strong plus). Working knowledge of major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Foundational understanding of network security. Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to support and mentor engineering team members. Preferred Qualifications Advanced SQL and data modeling expertise. Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Deep familiarity with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI). Proven ability to lead cross‑functional technical projects or consultations. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in dynamic environments. About Blue Signal Blue Signal is an award‑winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top‑tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Industries Computer and Network Security Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blue Signal Search by 2x Get notified about new Software Engineer jobs in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada . #J-18808-Ljbffr