Staff Full-Stack AI Engineer (Forward Deployed)

Scale AI; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Scale AI is seeking a Staff Full-Stack Software Engineer (Forward Deployed) to collaborate with public sector partners and deliver full-stack AI applications that solve high-impact challenges for citizens.

You will design production-grade architectures, guide cloud infrastructure across global environments, and mentor engineers while aligning with a cohesive long-term technical vision.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Computer Science or equivalent deep industry experience.
• 10+ years of full-stack experience across Python, Node.js and React.
• Experience designing high-scale architectures on Kubernetes and cloud infra (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Proven track record building LLM-driven solutions and leading diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead technical strategist for public sector engagements, converting ambiguous mission requirements into robust architectural roadmaps and guiding onsite implementation.
• Architect the fundamental frameworks for production-grade AI applications, enabling scalable UI, backend, and AI model integration.
• Guide the evolution of cloud infrastructure with a focus on security, scalability, and long-term integrity.
• Direct the development of core platforms and shared services to meet cross-cutting client needs.
• Partner with cross-functional leadership to steer the technical roadmap, mentoring senior and junior staff toward a cohesive architecture.
• Bridge field insights to reusable patterns powering the engineering organization.

Skills

Python

Node.js

React

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Distributed systems

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Masters or PhD in Computer Science

Job description

Scale AI is seeking a Staff Full-Stack Software Engineer (Forward Deployed) to collaborate with public sector partners and deliver full-stack AI applications that solve high-impact challenges for citizens.

You will design production-grade architectures, guide cloud infrastructure across global environments, and mentor engineers while aligning with a cohesive long-term technical vision.