Director, Field Engineering — AI Deployment & Clients

webAI; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package

Equity options

401k Match

$200/mos Health and Wellness Stipend

Continuing Education Support

$500/year Function Health subscription

Free parking for in-office employees

Flexible Time Off

Parental Leave for Eligible Employees

Supplemental Life Insurance

Job summary

webAI in Austin, Texas is seeking a strategic leader for the Forward Deployed Engineering team. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in leadership. This role requires collaboration with clients to deploy and integrate AI solutions. Strong technical background in applied AI, cloud infrastructure, and project management is essential. The position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to core values of truth, ownership, tenacity, and humility.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering or deployment roles, at least 5 years in leadership.
• Proven experience in leading engineering teams in client-facing environments.
• Strong technical background in applied AI, cloud infrastructure, and data platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Forward Deployed Engineering team.
• Oversee project scoping, deployment, and customization.
• Act as a technical advisor to clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership in engineering roles

Technical consulting

Applied AI engineering

Cloud infrastructure

Project management

Job description

webAI in Austin, Texas is seeking a strategic leader for the Forward Deployed Engineering team. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in leadership. This role requires collaboration with clients to deploy and integrate AI solutions. Strong technical background in applied AI, cloud infrastructure, and project management is essential. The position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to core values of truth, ownership, tenacity, and humility.