Forward‑Deployed Software Engineer — Build Real-World Hardware Tools

Jobot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% covered health benefits

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Learning stipends

Meaningful equity

Job summary

Jobot in Austin, Texas is seeking an experienced software engineer to develop and deploy tailored software solutions and data workflows for high-impact hardware testing customers.

You will collaborate with Sales and Operations, relay customer feedback to shape product direction, and participate in recruiting and onboarding to grow the team. Travel up to 25-50% to client sites is expected; backend experience (Java or other) and a CS degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in software development with autonomy.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• User-first perspective applying software to real-world engineering challenges.
• Willingness to travel 25-50% to customer sites and facilities.
• Experience building backend systems using Java or other backend languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy tailored software solutions, tools, and integrations with a focus on fast iteration.
• Design and maintain data workflows connecting client data systems with internal platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales/Operations) to support technical evaluations and pre-sales.
• Relay customer feedback to influence product direction and future features.
• Contribute to team growth by recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding engineers.

Skills

Software development

Analytical thinking

Independent work

User-focused software

Travel 25-50%

Backend systems (Java)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Jobot in Austin, Texas is seeking an experienced software engineer to develop and deploy tailored software solutions and data workflows for high-impact hardware testing customers.

You will collaborate with Sales and Operations, relay customer feedback to shape product direction, and participate in recruiting and onboarding to grow the team. Travel up to 25-50% to client sites is expected; backend experience (Java or other) and a CS degree are preferred.