Customer-Impact AI Engineer - Forward Deployed

Slope; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Slope is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer in Chicago, IL, to collaborate closely with customers, rapidly understand their toughest problems, and design data-driven AI solutions. You will work in small, agile teams and own end-to-end delivery of high-stakes projects, translating needs into practical architectures and implementations.

The role requires strong engineering background, proficiency in Python/C++/TypeScript, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Engineering background in CS, math, software, physics or data science.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or TypeScript/JavaScript.
• Graduating in 2026 or before.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Work side by side with customers to understand tough issues and architect AI-powered solutions.
• Own end-to-end execution and implementation of high-stakes projects.
• Collaborate in small, agile teams to deliver real-world impacts.

Skills

Python

C++

TypeScript/JavaScript

First principles thinking

Outcome orientation

Resiliency

Programming languages generic

Education

Graduating in 2026 or before

Job description

Slope is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer in Chicago, IL, to collaborate closely with customers, rapidly understand their toughest problems, and design data-driven AI solutions. You will work in small, agile teams and own end-to-end delivery of high-stakes projects, translating needs into practical architectures and implementations.

The role requires strong engineering background, proficiency in Python/C++/TypeScript, and willingness to travel.