Forward Deployed Engineer

Tagup; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock options

Comprehensive health insurance

401K plan

Regular company outings

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT, to deliver cutting-edge AI/ML technology to defense clients. This role involves managing technical delivery, ensuring successful deployments, and developing plans that align customer needs with product requirements. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in software implementation, strong programming skills in languages like Python or JavaScript, and a collaborative mindset. A competitive salary of $130,000 to $160,000 is offered, alongside comprehensive benefits, including stock options and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software implementation or project delivery in B2B environments.
• Proficient in Python, JavaScript, or similar programming languages.
• Familiar with cloud infrastructure and data structures.
• Strong sense of ownership and adaptability.
• Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Own technical relationships with defense customers.
• Manage multiple contracts and deployments concurrently.
• Develop deployment plans with tasks, milestones, and resources.
• Communicate deployment strategies and timelines across teams.
• Translate customer needs into product requirements.

Skills

Software implementation

Analytics deployment

Project delivery

Python

JavaScript

Cloud infrastructure

Data structures

Storage systems

Modern frameworks

Collaboration

Job description

Tagup is a defense technology company founded at MIT that is redefining logistics superiority with next-generation AI. We’re growing rapidly and are looking for change‑makers passionate about delivering innovative technologies to solve the most challenging problems in the world’s highest‑stakes environments. This is an exciting opportunity to engage in meaningful work that strengthens national security and contributes to the success of U.S. and allied forces. Join us in shaping the future of defense logistics for a safer tomorrow.

We're seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to join our growing team, where you'll deliver cutting‑edge AI/ML technology to defense sector clients. Our work directly supports critical operations, requiring precision, security, and flexibility.

In this role, you'll oversee technical delivery from contract signing to deployment and ongoing use in operational environments. To succeed in this role, you'll need strong presentation and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work closely with defense clients in high‑pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Own technical relationships with defense customers and serve as their primary point of contact
• Manage multiple contracts and deployments concurrently to ensure mission success
• Develop clear deployment plans with tasks, milestones, and resources
• Communicate deployment strategies, deliverables, and timelines across internal and external teams
• Translate customer needs into product requirements and align feature development with defense applications

Desired Skills

• 5+ years of experience in software implementation, analytics deployment, or project delivery in B2B environments
• Solid engineering background with proficiency in Python, JavaScript, or similar programming languages
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, data structures, storage systems, and modern frameworks
• Strong sense of ownership, adaptability, and willingness to take a hands‑on approach
• Ability to translate technical decisions into meaningful outcomes for end users
• Effective collaborator across technical and non‑technical teams in dynamic environments
• Willingness to travel as needed to support deployments and customer engagements

Salary

The estimated salary range for this position is between $130,000 and $160,000 annually. We strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package that aligns with our employees’ experience and qualifications. Our primary objective is to attract and retain top talent, and we firmly believe in compensating our employees fairly for their invaluable contributions.

Benefits

As a rapidly expanding technology company, we extend part‑ownership to all team members through an Employee Stock Option Plan. Additionally, we offer comprehensive health insurance benefits, access to the company’s 401K plan, and foster a team‑oriented work environment with regular company outings!

Why Join Us

At Tagup, your work won’t sit on a shelf — it will power mission‑critical operations from day one. You’ll join a fast‑moving team where initiative is valued, collaboration is essential, and every project pushes the boundaries of AI/ML in defense. This is your chance to grow, make an impact, and help shape the future of national security technology.

Tagup is an equal opportunity employer and individuals seeking employment with us are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.