SF Forward Deployed Engineer: AI Software Delivery

AI

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 200,000 - 400,000

Full time

14 days+
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Unlimited food & drinks in office
Team offsites
Unlimited book budget

Job summary

AI is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer in San Francisco to establish FDE presence and define operations from scratch. You'll collaborate with leading AI-driven companies while solving unique engineering challenges.

This role offers exceptional growth and the chance to influence product direction, while working directly with engineering leadership. Ideal for someone with strong communication skills and a drive for ownership.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in a demanding technical role preferred, but exceptional candidates with 1+ years considered.
  • Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both engineers and executives.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 25% to customer sites.

Responsibilities

  • Establish US FDE presence and help define operations from the ground up.
  • Work directly with engineering leaders to understand unique architectures and craft solutions.
  • Evolve core products to ensure customer success.
  • Own technical relationship and drive pilot projects.
  • Build processes, tools, and best practices for FDE function.

Skills

Exceptional engineering skills
Strong communication skills
Entrepreneurial self-drive

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

AI is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer in San Francisco to establish FDE presence and define operations from scratch. You'll collaborate with leading AI-driven companies while solving unique engineering challenges.

This role offers exceptional growth and the chance to influence product direction, while working directly with engineering leadership. Ideal for someone with strong communication skills and a drive for ownership.

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