Member of Technical Staff, Forward Deployed (US Gov)

micro1; United States; On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 100% reimbursement for health insurance premiums

Paid time off

401(K) plan with company match

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

micro1 is seeking a Member of Technical Staff, Forward Deployed (US Gov) to work on applied AI systems, including model experimentation and deployment in mission-critical environments.

The ideal candidate will possess strong Python skills, experience with large language models, and a background in high-security environments. Responsibilities involve building data pipelines and collaborating with partners on sensitive projects. A competitive salary range of $200,000 to $250,000 USD is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong Python engineer with ownership experience in applied AI systems.
• Experience with high-assurance, mission-critical environments.
• Familiarity with modern LLM stacks and large AI platforms.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain data pipelines for model training and research.
• Design RL environments for experimentation and training.
• Develop and scale model inference systems.

Skills

Strong Python engineering skills

Experience with LLMs / agentic systems

Data pipeline maintenance

Familiarity with RL workflows

Experience with distributed systems

Comfortable in high-security environments

Ability to operate independently

Tools

Vertex AI

Bedrock

Job description

Job Title:

Member of Technical Staff, Forward Deployed (US Gov)

Job Type:

Full-time

The Role

We’re hiring an MTS to work on applied AI systems across research and production. This role spans model experimentation, infrastructure, and deployment in high-assurance, mission-critical environments, including forward-deployed work with strategic partners.

What You’ll Work On

1. Build and maintain data pipelines for model training, evaluation, and research workflows.
2. Design and run RL environments for experimentation and training.
3. Develop and scale model inference systems.
4. Implement and maintain SDKs and integrations across frontier AI platforms.
5. Build agentic systems (multi-agent, tools, RAG) using modern LLM stacks.
6. Take systems from prototype to production, with reliability and security in mind.
7. Work directly with partners in forward-deployed settings on sensitive, high-impact use cases.

What We're Looking For

1. Strong Python engineer with end-to-end ownership experience.
2. Experience with LLMs / agentic systems (LangChain, LangGraph, or similar).
3. Built or maintained data pipelines / ML infrastructure.
4. Familiar with RL workflows or simulation environments.
5. Experience with distributed systems or inference scaling.
6. Comfortable in high-security / high-reliability environments.
7. Able to operate independently in ambiguous, partner-facing contexts.

Preferred

1. Experience in regulated or mission-critical domains.
2. Familiarity with Vertex AI, Bedrock, or similar platforms.
3. Background in security, infra, or high-reliability systems.

Compensation & Benefits Notice

The national pay range for this full-time position is base salary of $200,000 –$250,000 USD. All employees are eligible for equity compensation, and employees may also receive performance-based bonuses, dependent on role and subject to company policies. micro1 provides a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 100% reimbursement for health-insurance premiums, paid time off, a 401(K) plan with a company match, and additional benefits designed to support a high-performing, remote-first workforce.

EEO Statement

micro1 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, reach out to [e-mail].

Hiring Process

Our hiring process utilizes artificial intelligence tools to assist in candidate screening and assessment. Our AI tools are designed to complement, not replace, human decision-making.

Disclaimer

The information contained in this job posting, including but not limited to role responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, and benefits, is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a binding offer of employment. micro1 reserves the right to amend, modify, or withdraw any portion of this posting at its sole discretion and without prior notice. All employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.