Forward Deployed Engineer - Nordics

Strider-Technologies; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 90.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive Compensation

Company Equity Options

Flexible PTO in addition to statutory

Two paid company breaks

Wellness Reimbursement

UK Statutory Holidays (Office Closed)

Paid Parental Leave

Pension Scheme with employer contribu

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Descripción de la vacante

Strider Technologies is seeking a mission-driven Forward Deployed Engineer to deliver field-ready software solutions for government and commercial customers across the UK. You will bridge Strider’s platform with real-world mission requirements, embedding with customers and engineering bespoke deployments in fast-paced environments.

You will prototype rapidly, collaborate with operators and analysts, travel 30–70% as needed, and work toward a secure, scalable delivery.

Formación

• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on full-stack or systems-level development.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or similar languages.
• Experience with distributed systems, cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred), APIs, and modern front-end frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to rapidly prototype, iterate, and deploy in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguous or evolving mission contexts.
• Willingness to travel 30–70% of the time based on mission requirements.
• Active U.K. security clearance (SC/DV) or eligibility to obtain one strongly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Architect, develop, and deploy mission-aligned software solutions in government and commercial environments.
• Collaborate with operators, analysts, and executives to translate evolving requirements into actionable technical outcomes.
• Integrate Strider’s platform with diverse data sources, internal workflows, and external IT systems.
• Build custom applications, features, and data pipelines that unlock insights from unstructured, multi-lingual datasets.
• Serve as Strider’s technical lead in the field, owning project outcomes from inception to implementation.
• Prototype quickly and iterate continuously, adapting to high-priority demands and real-time feedback.
• Provide critical field insights to inform and influence Strider’s internal product roadmap.

Conocimientos

Full-stack development

Python

Java

Distributed systems

AWS familiarity

Frontend frameworks

Problem-solving

Communication

Travel flexibility

Herramientas

AWS

APIs

Frontend frameworks

Descripción del empleo

Strider Technologies delivers strategic intelligence that helps organizations make faster, more confident decisions in an increasingly complex global environment. Using cutting-edge AI and proprietary methodologies, we transform open-source data into actionable insights that help protect technology, talent, and supply chains from nation-state risks.

Strider is seeking a mission-driven Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to deliver cutting-edge technical solutions in dynamic, high-stakes environments. As a key member of our deployment team, you’ll bridge the gap between our advanced platform and real-world mission requirements—embedding with customers, engineering bespoke solutions, and serving as a trusted technical partner. This is a unique opportunity to directly impact national security and commercial innovation while helping shape Strider’s future product development. If you thrive on building in the field, solving critical problems, and working side-by-side with analysts and operators, we want to hear from you.

Key Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on full-stack or systems-level development.

• Proficiency in Python, Java, or similar languages.

• Experience with distributed systems, cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred), APIs, and modern front-end frameworks.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to rapidly prototype, iterate, and deploy in fast-paced environments.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguous or evolving mission contexts.

• Willingness to travel 30–70% of the time based on mission requirements.

• Active U.K. security clearance (SC/DV) or eligibility to obtain one strongly preferred.

Description

As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will be on the front lines of technical delivery—partnering directly with customers to tailor Strider’s platform to their specific mission needs. Your role will span engineering execution and mission integration, requiring technical depth, situational awareness, and operational agility.

You will:

• Architect, develop, and deploy mission-aligned software solutions in government and commercial environments.

• Collaborate with operators, analysts, and executives to translate evolving requirements into actionable technical outcomes.

• Integrate Strider’s platform with diverse data sources, internal workflows, and external IT systems.

• Build custom applications, features, and data pipelines that unlock insights from unstructured, multi-lingual datasets.

• Serve as Strider’s technical lead in the field, owning project outcomes from inception to implementation.

• Prototype quickly and iterate continuously, adapting to high-priority demands and real-time feedback.

• Provide critical field insights to inform and influence Strider’s internal product roadmap.

Why Join Strider?

• Be a key contributor to a high-impact mission that directly supports innovation and national resilience.

• Join a collaborative, fast-paced team that values creativity, autonomy, and trust.

• Work across domains—engineering, intelligence, product—on some of today’s most complex challenges.

• Develop leadership skills at the intersection of technology and mission.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation

• Company Equity Options

• Flexible PTO in addition to statutory annual leave

• Two paid company breaks

• Wellness Reimbursement

• UK Statutory Holidays (Office Closed)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Pension Scheme with employer contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Strider is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We comply with all relevant employment laws in the locations where we operate. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and professional development.