Software Engineer, Forward Deployed
$93k - $217k • New York - Hybrid; San Francisco Bay Area - Hybrid
Posted 1d ago
About the job
As a Software Engineer, Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE), you will collaborate directly with clients and internal delivery teams to develop and implement AI-powered solutions that revolutionize how work is performed. You will manage projects from inception to completion, including scoping complex problems, creating prototypes for AI workflows, and deploying robust, scalable systems built on our platform. This role involves close interaction with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, blending the roles of an AI engineer, software developer, and technical consultant. It's an ideal position for individuals eager to work hands-on with AI models and directly witness the impact of their work.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with delivery leaders to define technical solutions for operational challenges.
- Identify opportunities for workflow optimization by deeply understanding customer problems and developing stable, scalable solutions.
- Design and implement AI workflows utilizing LLMs, embedding models, retrieval systems, and automation tools.
- Translate real-world constraints, such as inconsistent data and latency requirements, into effective engineering solutions.
- Iterate rapidly based on feedback from operators and clients.
- Develop reusable tools and infrastructure to expedite future deployments.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience in software engineering or ML engineering through professional roles, internships, or academic projects.
- Proficiency in Python and familiarity with libraries like PyTorch, Hugging Face, LangChain, or OpenAI APIs.
- Solid understanding of data pipelines, APIs, and production deployment tools (e.g., Docker, FastAPI, GCP/AWS).
- Experience building systems from messy data and ambiguous requirements.
- Strong communication skills to explain technical decisions to diverse stakeholders.
- An entrepreneurial mindset and comfort working in fast-paced, unstructured environments.
- Willingness to be on-call for customer support.
- Willingness to travel for on-site client engagements.
- Availability to work from the office a few days per week.
Benefits
- Bonuses
- Equity
- Compensation reflects market conditions and team member value
- Salary structure accounts for regional differences in cost of living
- Compensation adjusted for local market conditions and cost of living for candidates outside the U.S.