Forward Deployed Engineer (Defense)

Socket.dev; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Unlimited paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Tomorrow.io is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer (Defense) to bring our weather intelligence platform into U.S. defense environments, deploying, integrating, and operating the system in mission contexts.

You will work with BD, Product, Engineering, and partners to embed solutions into real-world operations and expand the defense offering footprint. You will travel extensively (50%+), design API integrations with defense platforms, and help shape the product roadmap through field feedback and

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in Solutions Engineering, Forward Deployed Engineering, Technical Implementation, Sales Engineering, or similar.
• Experience deploying SaaS platforms, APIs, or cloud-based software solutions in customer environments.
• Strong understanding of API integrations, data workflows, and technical troubleshooting.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both engineering teams and operational users.
• Experience supporting government, defense, or mission-critical technology programs is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Palantir Foundry, Gotham, AIP, or comparable operational platforms is a plus.
• Comfortable working independently in dynamic, fast-paced customer environments with extensive travel (50%+).
• Has an active TS/SCI security clearance, or has previously held one in the past with the ability to obtain again.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operationalize Tomorrow.io's SaaS platform, APIs, and data services within U.S. defense organizations, mission environments, and military exercises.
• Travel 50%+ to customer sites, operational units, and experimentation events, serving as the primary technical resource during field engagements.
• Design, implement, and troubleshoot API integrations with defense systems, including Palantir Foundry, Gotham, and other mission platforms.
• Partner with the Defense Business Development team to support technical discovery, customer demonstrations, pilot programs, and strategic growth opportunities.
• Build trusted relationships with operators, technical stakeholders, and partner organizations to drive long-term adoption and expansion.
• Capture field insights, customer feedback, and operational requirements to influence Tomorrow.io's product roadmap and future capabilities.
• Develop repeatable deployment processes, integration playbooks, and technical documentation that enable scalable customer implementations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Customer Success, and external partners to deliver seamless technical solutions.
• Represent Tomorrow.io as a trusted technical advisor, ensuring customers realize measurable operational value from our platform.

Skills

Solutions Engineering

Forward Deployed

API integrations

Cloud platforms

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Gotham

Job description

Tomorrow.io is transforming how organizations make weather-driven decisions through proprietary space infrastructure, AI-powered forecasting, and operational weather intelligence. Our technology helps customers move from reacting to weather to building resilience against it.

As a Forward Deployed Engineer (Defense), you'll bring Tomorrow.io's technology directly into mission environments, working alongside U.S. defense customers to deploy, integrate, and operationalize our platform where it matters most. You'll partner closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and strategic partners to ensure our solutions become embedded in real-world operations, helping shape both customer success and the future of our defense offerings.

What You'll Do

• Deploy and operationalize Tomorrow.io's SaaS platform, APIs, and data services within U.S. defense organizations, mission environments, and military exercises
• Travel 50%+ to customer sites, operational units, and experimentation events, serving as the primary technical resource during field engagements
• Design, implement, and troubleshoot API integrations with defense systems, including Palantir Foundry, Gotham, and other mission platforms
• Partner with the Defense Business Development team to support technical discovery, customer demonstrations, pilot programs, and strategic growth opportunities
• Build trusted relationships with operators, technical stakeholders, and partner organizations to drive long-term adoption and expansion
• Capture field insights, customer feedback, and operational requirements to influence Tomorrow.io's product roadmap and future capabilities
• Develop repeatable deployment processes, integration playbooks, and technical documentation that enable scalable customer implementations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Customer Success, and external partners to deliver seamless technical solutions
• Represent Tomorrow.io as a trusted technical advisor, ensuring customers realize measurable operational value from our platform

What You Bring

• 4–8 years of experience in Solutions Engineering, Forward Deployed Engineering, Technical Implementation, Sales Engineering, or a similar customer-facing technical role
• Experience deploying SaaS platforms, APIs, or cloud-based software solutions in customer environments
• Strong understanding of API integrations, data workflows, and technical troubleshooting
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both engineering teams and operational users
• Experience supporting government, defense, or mission-critical technology programs is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Palantir Foundry, Gotham, AIP, or comparable operational platforms is a plus
• Comfortable working independently in dynamic, fast-paced customer environments with extensive travel (50%+)
• Has an active TS/SCI security clearance, or has previously held one in the past with the ability to obtain again
• Military experience is not required, but confidence working with defense organizations and operational teams is essential

If you have reached this point and you are super excited but not sure you check all the boxes - we still want to speak with you! Your passion is priceless. Other things can be learned.

This position requires access to technology that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Accordingly, this position is restricted to U.S. citizens, permanent residents and protected individuals unless and until any required licenses are obtained.

Tomorrow.io is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi­mative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Tomorrow.io participates in the E-Verify program in all US states, as required by law.

Tomorrow.io has established a workplace culture that values fairness and equal opportunities and we believe it is crucial for fostering a positive and productive environment. Regularly reviewing and adjusting pay practices to align with legitimate drivers of pay, such as job level, geographic location, and performance, demonstrates a commitment to maintaining equity within the organization.This commitment to ongoing assessment and improvement is key to creating a workplace that is not only diverse and inclusive but also fair and just. Anticipated salary range for this role is $130-150k + variable pay, subject to local market and candidates skills and experience. Comprehensive health benefits, unlimited paid time off and other benefits included. Relocation assistance may be offered/available for certain roles.

Tomorrow.io is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail]

About tomorrow.io:

Selected by TIME Magazine as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Companies in the World, Tomorrow.io is the world's leading Resilience Platform™. Combining next-generation space technology, advanced generative AI, and proprietary weather modeling, Tomorrow.io delivers unmatched forecasting and decision-making capabilities. Trusted by six of the top ten Fortune 500 companies, Tomorrow.io empowers organizations to proactively manage weather-related risks, opportunities, and enhance operational efficiency. From cutting-edge weather intelligence to real-time early warning systems, Tomorrow.io enables predictive, impact-based action for a safer, more resilient future. Learn more at Tomorrow.io.

Ethos:

Our ethos guides us in everything we do - The people of Tomorrow are here to make an impact, they show true grit, and always put people first.

How we roll:

We work in an “one office” environment. We believe that magic happens when people work together. Together also includes Zoom meetings, flexible hours and unlimited vacation days. Your success is achieved by your impact and deliveries and not by the hours you put in. We believe in transparency and directness, putting work before ego and empathy. We grow fast and move faster but we always see people first. Each person has their own career growth path for we believe that the only way for the company to grow is if you grow.