Forward Deployed Engineer - Des Moines, IA. This is NOT a remote position!

WWC; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WWC is seeking a senior full stack engineer to own end-to-end development from architecture through deployment in Des Moines. You will work with executives, product teams, and frontline engineers to design, build, and iterate production-grade solutions with an MVP mindset, leveraging AI-native development practices.

The role emphasizes rapid delivery, stakeholder communication, and owning the full technology stack across deployment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience as a full stack developer.
• Experience with Python, TypeScript, React, and modern JS frameworks.
• Experience with Cloud Platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and LLM APIs.
• Familiarity with Vector Databases and CI/CD.
• Proven ability to build production-grade solutions and deploy quickly.
• Strong communication across C-Suite to frontend engineers.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end development from architecture to deployment.
• Collaborate with executives, product teams, and engineers to align technical solutions with business objectives.
• Deliver MVP-focused features using AI-native development practices and iterate quickly.

Skills

Full stack

Python

TypeScript

React/Angular/Vue

Cloud platforms

LLM APIs

Vector DBs

CI/CD

MVP mindset

Stakeholder comms

Job description

If you are an engineer who builds and deploys production-grade solutions end-to-end, and enjoys taking ownership across the full technology stack from architecture and development through deployment then the Forward Deployment position at WWC is for you!

Who you are:

• You thrive in fast-paced environments, applying an MVP-first mindset to rapidly deliver value, gather feedback, and continuously improve solutions.
• You are comfortable leveraging AI-native development practices to accelerate delivery and solve complex business challenges, and excel at communicating across diverse stakeholder groups,
• You have the ability to effectively partner with executives, product teams, and frontline engineers to align technical solutions with business objectives.
• Full stack developer, can own a solution across all parts of a stack through deployment

What you need:

• 8+ years of professional experience as a full stack developer with expertise with some of the following technologies:
• Python, TypeScript, React (Angular or Vue) , Cloud Platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure), LLM APIs, Vector Databases, CI/CD
• Ability to build out changes without disrupting workflows.
• Designing and building production grade solutions.
• An MVP mindset
• Deploy and iterate quickly
• Ability to communicate across multiple stakeholders from C-Suite executives to product to frontline engineers
• Experience and comfort with AI native development practice

Location and Hours:

This is a full-time in office position in Des Moines, Iowa. WWC is not offering relocation for this position.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship:

We are not considering applicants who need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc.

WWC is not open to third party vendor partnerships for this position.

WWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.