He was working on the front lines of the technology industry.
Он работал на передовой в технологической индустрии.
Definitions
The term 'front lines' refers to the most advanced or active position in a conflict, battle, or struggle, where direct engagement with an opposing force occurs. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the forefront of any challenging situation, such as healthcare workers being on the 'front lines' during a pandemic.