Forward Deployed Engineer
Location: New York, NY / Remote (Role dependent)
Compensation: $180,000 to $300,000+ Base + Equity
We're partnering with several fast-growing AI startups looking for Forward Deployed Engineers to bridge the gap between engineering and customers. This is a hands-on role where you'll build production AI systems, work directly with enterprise customers, and own deployments from discovery through launch.
If you enjoy solving real business problems, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to see the direct impact of your work, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Partner directly with enterprise customers to understand business challenges and design technical solutions.
- Build and deploy production-ready AI applications using modern LLMs and APIs.
- Develop full-stack applications using Python, TypeScript, React, SQL, and cloud technologies.
- Design and build integrations with internal and third-party systems.
- Own the full project lifecycle, including discovery, solution design, implementation, deployment, and post-launch optimization.
- Collaborate closely with Product and Engineering teams, turning customer feedback into product improvements.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues and deliver high-quality solutions in customer environments.
What We're Looking For
- 3-8 years of software engineering, Forward Deployed Engineering, Applied AI, Solutions Engineering, or Technical Consulting experience.
- Strong experience with Python, TypeScript, REST APIs, SQL, and modern cloud platforms.
- Experience building and deploying LLM-powered or agentic AI applications in production.
- Comfortable working directly with customers and presenting technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently in ambiguous environments.
- Startup or high-growth company experience is highly preferred.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Nice to Have
- Experience with LangChain, LangGraph, MCP, RAG, prompt engineering, or AI agent frameworks.
- Experience with React, Node.js, Docker, Kubernetes, or PostgreSQL.
- Background in fintech, insurtech, retail, supply chain, or enterprise SaaS.
- Experience as a Founding Engineer or early-stage startup employee.
Why Apply?
- Work with cutting-edge AI startups backed by leading investors.
- Build production AI solutions used by enterprise customers.
- High ownership with significant influence on product direction.
- Competitive base salary and equity.
- Fast-moving, collaborative engineering culture with opportunities to solve meaningful technical challenges.
If you're passionate about building AI products, working closely with customers, and owning solutions from concept to production, we'd love to connect.