Forward Deployed Engineer at SuperAnnotate | San Francisco

About SuperAnnotateSuperAnnotate empowers leading AI teams worldwide to develop responsible and advanced models driven by high-quality human data. As a rapidly growing Series B startup, we bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI innovation and the data that fuels it. Our global network of expert specialists, scalable managed operations, precise talent matchin…

Join Cloudflare as a Forward Deployed Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in collaborating with our clients to implement innovative solutions using our cutting-edge technology. You will be responsible for bridging the gap between our engineering team and our customers, ensuring the successful deployment of our services and enhancing customer satisfaction. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work from home while also engaging with our teams in the office.

Join the Bretton AI TeamBretton AI stands at the forefront of innovation in the financial services sector, offering a premier AI agent platform. Our technology is trusted by industry leaders such as Robinhood, Mercury, and Gusto, enabling them to streamline critical operations including anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism investigations.Having successfully raised over $95 million from esteemed investors like Greylock, Y Combinator, and Thomson Reuters Ventures, our dynamic team is located in the heart of San Francisco, bringing together talent from elite organizations such as SpaceX, Google, Netflix, and Stripe.Your Role as a Forward Deployed EngineerAs a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE), you will be instrumental in collaborating directly with clients to deploy and integrate Bretton’s cutting-edge platform within complex real-world environments. This position uniquely combines elements of engineering, customer engagement, and product development, enabling you to help clients leverage our technology while gathering insights that will enhance and expand our product offerings.Key ResponsibilitiesImplement Bretton's AI agents across banks, fintech firms, and payment processors, adeptly managing security and compliance challenges associated with regulated industries.Travel to client sites to address last-mile connectivity issues, ranging from core banking integrations to troubleshooting scenarios that arise in live production.Collaborate with BSA officers, AML analysts, and risk management teams to translate their operational workflows and regulatory obligations into actionable agent behaviors.Develop connectors, configuration tools, and internal frameworks that transform bespoke client solutions into scalable platform capabilities.Guide clients through the implementation process as a trusted technical advisor, helping them resolve challenges swiftly and maximize their investment in Bretton's solutions.Work cross-functionally with engineering, product, and go-to-market teams to eliminate obstacles and ensure client success.Diagnose and solve issues during real deployments by replicating problems and collaborating with the engineering team to implement solutions.Convert customer usage data into actionable product insights by communicating their needs with engineering and product teams, identifying opportunities to integrate recurring solutions as formal product features.

Join Our MissionAt Vitalize, we are dedicated to revolutionizing hospital operations by creating a future that is safe, autonomous, equitable, and cost-effective.Currently, many hospitals still rely on outdated methods like spreadsheets and manual processes for critical functions such as staffing and capacity management. This leads to inefficiencies, staff burnout, and negative patient outcomes.Vitalize offers an innovative operating system designed specifically for healthcare teams. Our platform provides real-time decision support to clinical leaders, streamlining workflows and optimizing labor costs while maximizing patient capacity across healthcare systems.Our team consists of talented individuals from prestigious institutions like Stanford and Cambridge, including former math champions and serial entrepreneurs. We are already operational in over 20 hospitals, generating significant revenue, and backed by esteemed investors. Having tripled our revenue in the last three months, we are poised for rapid growth. This is your opportunity to contribute to foundational healthcare infrastructure at a pivotal time.Role OverviewWe are seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to be at the forefront of Vitalize’s most significant and intricate enterprise projects.This position is tailored for engineer operators eager for substantial responsibilities, direct customer interaction, and immediate technical ownership. You will work closely with large, multi-million dollar health system clients, gaining unique insights at the intersection of engineering, enterprise software, and healthcare operations.Your role will involve spending significant time on-site to understand hospital operations, assess our product's performance under stress, and identify areas for improvement. You will implement solutions, inform product development, and contribute to Vitalize's expansion among enterprise clients.This is a high-impact position with significant visibility. You will become one of the key individuals familiar with our customers' needs and operations.What You’ll DoEngage with Enterprise Clients (Approximately 50% travel)Travel frequently to customer locations, collaborating with health system partners during deployments and crucial phases.Establish trust with clinical leaders, including Chief Nursing Officers and executive stakeholders, by thoroughly grasping their workflows and limitations.Facilitate and Resolve DeploymentsWork closely with Deployment Strategists to ensure seamless transitions and effective adoption of our solutions.Quickly troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and assist customers in overcoming obstacles.

Join Our Team as a Forward Deployed EngineerLocation: San Francisco, CAAbout UsAt Metriport, we are revolutionizing healthcare data management through our open-source data intelligence platform. We empower healthcare organizations to seamlessly access and exchange patient data in real-time. Our technology integrates with all major healthcare IT systems in the US, reaching over 300 million individuals.With a proven product-market fit, we have achieved multi-million ARR and built a customer base of over 100, including notable names like Strive Health, Circle Medical, and Brightside Health. Supported by leading venture capitalists and with ample runway, we are poised for substantial growth. Our team is compact, high-performing, and predominantly consists of former founders, including two Y Combinator alumni. We prioritize engineering excellence, maintain minimal bureaucracy, and foster a culture of high autonomy where competency is valued over pedigree. While we work rigorously—founders are in the office six days a week—we also encourage flexible scheduling to promote sustainable productivity.Your QualificationsWe are seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer who embodies the following characteristics:A strong entrepreneurial mindset paired with an exceptional work ethic; many on our engineering team are former founders.Proven ability to engage with customers and establish robust partnerships while delivering technical insights.A problem solver who embraces challenges, even in unfamiliar domains, and takes ownership of their work.Focus on delivering customer value rather than being distracted by the technical complexities involved.A proactive approach to project timelines, always questioning if tasks can be completed more efficiently.A hacker mentality, knowing when to adhere to and when to bend the rules.Your ResponsibilitiesAfter a thorough onboarding process to familiarize yourself with our domain and codebase, your primary objective will be to establish connections with our customers as quickly as possible. Your daily tasks will include:Acting as the main point of contact for customers throughout their partnership with us.Conducting discovery calls to understand customer needs and align solutions accordingly.

Giga recently secured $61 million in Series A funding and is already working with notable clients, including DoorDash. We are on a mission to revolutionize customer experience by developing real-time AI agents capable of understanding emotions, resolving issues swiftly, and scaling for the world's largest enterprises.This is a pivotal moment for our company. Although we have achieved significant success, our ambitions are even greater. We aim to establish ourselves as the leading AI platform for enterprise automation, driven by our voice superintelligence. To realize this vision, we are looking for exceptional engineers to join our team.The impact of your work will touch millions of people daily, providing our engineers with the autonomy to make a real difference. This opportunity is unique due to our innovative founders, proven commercial success, and clear trajectory toward becoming a generational company.Learn more about us:Voice AI startup Giga raises $61M Series ADoorDash and Giga PartnershipGiga develops AI agents that are trusted by the largest B2C enterprises globally. Industry leaders such as DoorDash rely on Giga for their most intricate support and operational workflows across voice, chat, and email. If this sounds appealing to you, we encourage you to apply!About the RoleWe are looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer to join our San Francisco team. In this role, you will function as the technical liaison and project lead between Giga and our clients, crafting and deploying advanced AI-driven solutions at scale.What You’ll DoLead customer engagements from start to finish: conduct discovery calls & demonstrations, align business and technical stakeholders on objectives, oversee the deployment and upkeep of world-class agents, and serve as the primary point of contact who facilitates meetings and addresses obstacles.Design & deploy production-ready AI agents: work with large datasets, write backend code, build integrations, and deploy to cloud infrastructure.Manage the entire agent development lifecycle: rapidly prototype, set up CI/CD pipelines, monitor live usage, iterate towards objectives, and document best practices to expedite future projects.Mentorship: Lead and mentor junior engineers on agent development best practices.

Wonderschool supports small business owners and childcare providers in launching and growing in-home early childhood education programs. The company combines software, personalized coaching, and responsive support to help providers succeed, while also working with government partners to strengthen public childcare infrastructure. The team is small and agile, focused on creating meaningful impact for families and communities nationwide. Role overview The Forward Deployed Engineer - Applied AI role focuses on building and launching products that directly support Wonderschool’s mission. This position involves working hands-on with customers, sometimes traveling to their locations, to identify pain points and deliver AI-powered solutions that drive revenue, efficiency, and a better user experience. The work blends engineering, product management, operations, and business leadership, often requiring independent decision-making and rapid iteration based on user feedback. Collaboration is central to this role. Expect to work closely with sales, onboarding, and account management teams to automate workflows, improve customer experiences, and find new growth opportunities. The approach draws inspiration from the forward deployed engineering model seen at companies like Palantir, and is ideal for those who want to solve real-world problems in the field. What you will do Work directly with users and internal teams to identify key issues and deliver product solutions. Spend about half your time writing production code and rolling out weekly improvements across the customer journey. Use tools such as Widesurf, Cursor, and other AI accelerators to improve productivity and quality. Develop and deploy AI-enhanced tools that reduce manual work and improve experiences for providers, parents, and government partners. Automate processes like onboarding, proposal generation, reporting, and other operational workflows. Own the entire feedback loop: engage users, design solutions, code, test, deploy, and monitor adoption. Prioritize projects based on business impact and work across teams to drive measurable results. What success looks like Quickly uncover user pain points and consistently deliver solutions that address them. Deploy AI-powered internal tools or product features that improve conversion, retention, and revenue. Take full responsibility for the feedback cycle from discovery to deployment, iterating rapidly. Internal teams rely on your tools to operate more efficiently and with fewer resources. Locations Gallup, New Mexico; Michigan; Missouri; San Francisco; West Virginia (United States)

About Sprinter Health:At Sprinter Health, we are dedicated to transforming the way people receive healthcare by providing services directly in the comfort of their homes. A staggering 30% of patients in the U.S. forgo essential preventive or chronic care due to challenges in reaching a doctor's office. This often leads many to use emergency rooms as their primary healthcare access point, resulting in over $300 billion in unnecessary annual costs.Utilizing state-of-the-art technologies similar to those used by leading marketplace and last-mile delivery platforms, we ensure that healthcare reaches individuals where they need it most. To date, we have successfully assisted over 2 million patients across 22 states, conducted more than 180,000 in-home visits, and achieved an impressive 92 NPS.Our diverse team of clinicians, technologists, and operations specialists has secured over $125 million in funding from notable investors like a16z, General Catalyst, GV, and Accel, ensuring we have a solid financial foundation for growth.About the RoleWe are seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to bridge the gap between engineering, partnerships, and product development. This position is perfectly suited for a seasoned software engineer looking to engage more directly with customers while still being active in hands-on engineering.Your role will involve collaborating with strategic partners, operational teams, and internal product groups to rapidly deliver impactful solutions. You will ensure that custom work is integrated into scalable and reusable platform capabilities. This is not merely a support or solutions-focused role; you will be responsible for writing production code, influencing core architecture, and contributing to the development of the Partner Engineering roadmap.The ideal candidate will have a background as a mid-senior software engineer and be adept at navigating ambiguity, transforming complex real-world constraints into reliable software solutions.Office Location:We operate as a hybrid company situated in the Bay Area, with offices in San Francisco and Menlo Park. We prioritize work-life balance and acknowledge that flexibility is sometimes essential.

About HappyRobotHappyRobot is revolutionizing the real economy with its AI-native operating system. Our innovative platform integrates real-time data, specialized AI workers, and orchestrating intelligence to empower enterprises in managing complex and mission-critical operations with unparalleled autonomy.Our AI operating system continually accumulates knowledge, optimizes processes, and evolves over time. We are initially focusing on supply chain and industrial-scale operations, where resilience, speed, and continuous improvement are paramount—allowing humans to dedicate their efforts towards strategy, creativity, and high-value activities.With $62 million raised to date, including a recent $44 million Series B funding round in September 2025 and backing from renowned investors such as Y Combinator (YC), Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), and Base10, we are committed to assembling a world-class team. We seek individuals with unyielding drive, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a passion for pushing boundaries in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If this aligns with your aspirations, HappyRobot is the place for you.Role OverviewWe are on the lookout for a talented and adaptable Forward Deployed Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your technical expertise and outstanding communication abilities to work directly with customers, helping them derive maximum value from the HappyRobot AI platform. Your responsibilities will include customer onboarding, implementation, and ongoing support, along with contributions to product development and innovation.At HappyRobot, we maintain a culture of collaboration, devoid of rigid hierarchies. We build, we execute, we take ownership, and we are deeply invested in our customers' success.

At ConductorOne, we are pioneering the future of identity security with our AI-native platform designed to safeguard every identity—be it human, non-human, or AI. Our robust automation capabilities, platform-level AI, and ready-to-use connectors provide centralized access visibility, enforce meticulous control measures, and streamline user access reviews across all applications. Trusted by industry leaders such as DigitalOcean, Instacart, Ramp, and Zscaler, our solution is user-friendly, rapidly deployable, and highly effective.As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will work closely with customers and our internal product teams to develop integrations, automation, and customized workflows that enhance the reliability and security of identity infrastructure. Your time will be split between engaging with customers (both remotely and onsite), product engineering, and resolving customer challenges—delivering production-safe software, executing connector deployments, and transforming customer requirements into scalable product features.You'll serve as the crucial technical link connecting product, engineering, and our clients: designing and implementing connectors, automating identity workflows, and advising customers on best practices for identity controls. Expect a dynamic role—one week you might be crafting a connector for a legacy HR system, the next collaborating on product enhancements, and the following week developing tailored workflows on the ConductorOne platform.

At Comulate, we are revolutionizing the insurance back office through cutting-edge AI technology. Our innovative platform redefines costly and labor-intensive accounting processes, marking the initial phase of our mission to liberate the hundreds of billions of dollars currently spent on manual insurance operations.Our recent Series B funding round, announced in early 2025 and led by BOND and Workday, comes on the heels of unprecedented growth and ambitious expansion initiatives.Why Join Us?Join a company that has experienced record-setting growth, achieving 8-figure ARR in just three years, placing us in the 95th+ percentile for startup growth.Benefit from our strong product-market fit, as evidenced by enthusiastic customer feedback, with users hailing our platform as “the best thing since sliced bread” and “life-changing”.Work alongside a lean, talented team dedicated to creating category-defining products for both public and private enterprises, generating significant ROI and ensuring cash-flow positive operations.Be part of our commitment to taking bold, ambitious first-to-market risks, catering to a highly engaged customer base and a promising pipeline of new clients.Join us in the early stages of our vision as we capitalize on the substantial opportunity to integrate AI into core workflows across the insurance industry.About the PositionWe are looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer who is passionate about solving critical challenges for our largest clients. In this role, you will collaborate directly with customers to address high-impact issues, leveraging AI and your technical knowledge to achieve significant business outcomes. This position is perfect for an engineer who thrives where product development meets customer impact.Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer Discovery: Collaborate with customers to comprehend their objectives, identify pain points, and establish precise technical requirements.Solution Development: Create and implement features and scalable systems that deliver quantifiable customer results.

Forward Deployed Engineer – LanceDBLocation: San Francisco Bay Area (In-Person / Hybrid)Team: EngineeringJob Type: Full-TimeAbout LanceDBAt LanceDB, we are pioneering the future of data management with our open-source, cloud-native vector database and multimodal AI lakehouse. Our platform is designed using a high-performance columnar format, empowering developers and businesses to create scalable, real-time search and analytics applications that integrate vectors, structured data, and AI workflows seamlessly. With options for both embedded and managed deployment models, alongside rich SDKs in Rust, Python, and other programming languages, LanceDB is expertly crafted to enhance state-of-the-art retrieval, feature engineering, and large-scale AI systems.Role OverviewJoin our dynamic Engineering team as a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE). In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between deep systems engineering and direct customer engagement. You will collaborate closely with our strategic clients in the Bay Area to architect, deploy, and optimize LanceDB in high-demand production settings.This is a highly technical, product-facing role. You will not only solve customer challenges but also contribute production-quality code and valuable insights back to LanceDB’s core product lines. Your practical experience in deploying LanceDB alongside modern data infrastructures will play a crucial role in shaping our product architecture, APIs, and overall performance.What You’ll DoLead on-site and remote technical deployments of LanceDB with enterprise clients, focusing on architecture design, performance tuning, and operational stability.Develop and maintain production-grade code in Rust and Python for customer integrations and internal tools.Contribute code upstream to LanceDB’s core repositories, including bug fixes, feature enhancements, and architectural adjustments based on client needs.Gather and relay structured product feedback from customer interactions to product and engineering teams, shaping future roadmaps and designs.Integrate LanceDB into existing data and AI infrastructure stacks like Spark and Ray.Troubleshoot and resolve complex challenges related to distributed systems and cloud environments.

About SpeakeasyAt Speakeasy, we aspire to unleash the full potential of APIs, enabling developers to innovate rapidly. Our mission is to assist companies in Building, Testing, and Distributing top-tier APIs. With our comprehensive suite of OpenAPI-native tools, API producers have access to a robust toolkit for designing superior APIs, ensuring governance of API artifacts, and delivering seamless integrations across various ecosystems via production-ready SDKs, AI agent-compatible MCP servers, Terraform Providers, and AI-enhanced API documentation.Our clientele includes renowned tech leaders and Fortune 100 companies such as Mistral AI, Vercel, Gusto, Docusign, and Verizon. By partnering with Speakeasy, these organizations significantly reduce integration time, unlock new revenue streams, and alleviate workloads for their engineering teams.About the RoleAs a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will be pivotal in our customer engagements, taking charge of the hands-on, technical deployment of Speakeasy at key accounts. You will work independently to ensure successful implementations and act as a crucial technical partner for our clients. Your role will involve iterating on our core product and collaborating closely with customers to drive and implement enhancements that align with their objectives.About YouYou possess significant backend/API engineering experience, ideally spanning 6-8 years, and are eager to delve into the technical intricacies of our customers’ APIs and SDKs, leading comprehensive technical deployments with clients and partners.You've previously served as a founding engineer, solutions engineer, or technical founder.You exhibit exceptional customer empathy, adept at connecting customer goals with Speakeasy's offerings.You demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and autonomy, rapidly acquiring new knowledge and identifying areas for impactful contributions, driving successful outcomes with clients.You can gracefully manage multiple customer relationships and navigate potentially competing priorities.You leverage insights from customer interactions to influence product roadmaps and documentation, fostering continuous improvement in customer experience.What You Should Know About UsOur team operates across PST and GMT time zones, which presents both advantages and challenges. We strive for asynchronous processes and you will play a key role in enhancing these systems.We are a close-knit team of around 40 individuals, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment while emphasizing high ownership and accountability.

About Context AIJoin us in revolutionizing productivity for knowledge workers.At Context AI, we are pioneering the future of enterprise AI—developing systems that go beyond merely answering questions or automating straightforward tasks, to executing complex, judgment-intensive work that significantly impacts business outcomes. The main barrier to AI delivering true enterprise value is no longer model intelligence; it is institutional intelligence. This involves understanding organizational operations, the locations of vital information, important quality standards, and the actual workflows within a business.Our platform addresses this challenge by autonomously learning the unique context of each organization—the tribal knowledge, business rules, internal language, and tacit expertise that define high-quality work. Every task on Context connects to extensive data across entire codebases, data rooms, and operational systems, allowing AI agents to undertake genuine tasks traditionally performed by knowledge workers: engineers analyzing firmware logs for root cause identification, bankers conducting due diligence on massive data rooms, analysts updating deliverables with real-time market data, and consulting teams developing client presentations and websites.We have validated our system with Fortune 100 clients, achieving productivity enhancements of 30-40%, reducing cycle times by over 90%, and deploying solutions in days instead of months. Context AI operates continuously across global teams, enabling knowledge workers to concentrate on strategic initiatives and explore new growth opportunities.Why Choose Context AI?Transformative Impact: The potential of enterprise AI is limitless, and we are at the forefront. Here, you will develop software that revolutionizes the work experience for thousands of engineers, bankers, analysts, consultants, product managers, lawyers, and more.Engaging Technical Challenges: Design innovative systems that have never been built before to solve unprecedented problems.Meaningful Ownership: We empower our team members to have a direct influence on product direction and to own entire systems. At Context, you will propose, build, and ship features with full autonomy.Elite Team Collaboration: Join a world-class team comprised of talent from Apple AI, Microsoft Research, Google, Stripe, Ramp, and more. Work alongside and learn from the best in the industry.Your RoleAs a Forward Deployed Software Engineer (FDSE) at Context AI, you will be at the intersection of cutting-edge AI and real-world complexity. You will engage directly with Fortune 100 clients to build AI agents capable of executing challenging tasks...

Join Deepgram as a Forward Deployed Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in revolutionizing the restaurant industry through cutting-edge voice AI technology. In this position, you will work closely with our clients to integrate our advanced speech recognition solutions into their operations, ensuring they harness the full potential of our platform. Your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will be crucial as you navigate complex deployments and provide exceptional support.

Human Delta serves as the AI adoption catalyst for American enterprises, enabled by leading venture capital firms such as Susa Ventures, Wischoff Ventures, Afore Capital, and the Kleiner Perkins Scout Fund, alongside esteemed angels from renowned research institutions and financial entities. Our talented engineering team is dedicated to creating an operational framework that ensures enterprise AI is reliable, secure, and scalable.The Role:As a pivotal member of Human Delta, you will contribute to our mission of facilitating AI adoption in large enterprises. Our platform is utilized by a diverse range of users, from technical teams to operational leaders, who depend on our solutions to gain insights into their systems, understand process dynamics, and observe AI behavior in practical scenarios.In this role, you will operate at the confluence of engineering, product development, and operations. Your responsibilities will include converting complex real-world challenges into actionable technical strategies, making impactful architectural choices within established constraints, and working closely with founders and clients to tailor our platform to the rigorous demands of environments where precision and dependability are paramount.We pride ourselves on our agility and maintain a high standard for clarity, accuracy, and code maintainability.About the Role:Join as an early engineer with significant equity opportunitiesThis is a full-time position located in San Francisco, CAEnjoy flexible working hoursReceive comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, with 100% of the premium coveredCollaborate closely with founders and early adoptersThrive in a high-ownership culture with rapid development cyclesWhat Makes You a Good Fit:Proficient in navigating the technology stack, from APIs and data layers to user interfaces and client-facing toolsExcellent communication skills and a confident approach to engaging directly with enterprise clientsAbility to distill complex, ambiguous problems into clear and effective solutionsStrong intuition for product design, user experience, and system architectureBonus Points:Familiarity with large language models (LLMs), retrieval systems, knowledge bases, or search technologiesExperience with enterprise software platforms (CRMs, ticketing systems, content management systems)Previous experience handling large or complex datasetsA solid understanding of AI technologies and their practical applications

Join Our Innovative Team at Simple AIAt Simple AI, we are transforming enterprise communications through cutting-edge voice AI agents. Our highly realistic agents empower leading companies such as DoorDash, xAI, and Omaha Steaks to efficiently manage a variety of phone operations, including customer support, order processing, and lead qualification.As we experience exponential growth and a surge in customer demand, we are seeking a few founding software engineers to help us navigate this exciting journey and develop systems for the future. Our passionate team operates from our vibrant San Francisco office five days a week, driven by a shared vision of leveraging AI to make a significant impact in the world.We are proud to be backed by esteemed investors and operators, including Y Combinator, Massive Tech Ventures, and industry leaders such as Michael Seibel (Twitch), Jared Friedman (Scribd), and more.

Join Our TeamAt OpenAI, our Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE) team collaborates with clients to transform groundbreaking research into scalable production systems. We thrive at the crossroads of client engagement and core platform innovation.Role OverviewAs a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE), you will spearhead the intricate deployment of advanced models in production environments, working closely with our most significant clients. You will take ownership of the entire project lifecycle, from initial discovery and technical scoping to system design, implementation, and rollout, collaborating directly with customer engineering and specialized teams.Your success will be gauged by how well our solutions are adopted in production, the measurable impact on workflows, and feedback that influences product and model strategies. You will closely interact with our Product, Research, Partnerships, Governance, Risk, Compliance, Security, and Go-To-Market teams.This position is based in San Francisco, following a hybrid work model requiring three days in the office each week. We provide relocation assistance, and travel may be required up to 50%.Key ResponsibilitiesLead technical delivery across multiple deployment phases, from initial prototype to stable production.Develop full-stack systems that provide substantial value to customers and enhance our learning processes.Work intimately with customer teams to understand their requirements and facilitate the adoption of your solutions.Scope projects, plan deliveries, and proactively address potential obstacles.Make strategic decisions about project scope, speed, and quality; adapt plans to ensure successful delivery.Contribute code directly when progress or clarity is essential.Document effective workflows into tools, playbooks, or foundational building blocks for broader use.Provide valuable field feedback to help our Research and Product teams identify areas for model improvement.Ensure team momentum through clear communication and consistent follow-through.Ideal Candidate Profile5+ years of engineering or technical deployment expertise, with a focus on client-facing roles.Experience in scoping and delivering complex systems in dynamic or unclear environments.Proficient in writing and reviewing production-level code across both frontend and backend technologies, particularly Python.

About WorkOS At WorkOS, we specialize in creating cutting-edge developer tools and APIs that empower businesses to achieve Enterprise Readiness with ease. Our platform facilitates essential functions like authentication, identity management, and authorization—key infrastructure that enables developers to securely scale their products for large organizations.Recently, we secured $100 million in Series C funding, elevating our company valuation to $2 billion, with investments from Meritech, Sapphire, Greenoaks, Craft, Abstract, and Audacious. Our solutions are trusted by some of the fastest-growing AI firms, including OpenAI, Cursor, Perplexity, Vercel, and Plaid.As AI transforms the software landscape, WorkOS is at the forefront of Human and Agent Authentication, Identity, and Access Control, helping companies navigate critical questions about their operations: who are your agents, and what are their permissions? Our rapidly expanding customer base includes hundreds of innovative software companies developing the next generation of enterprise-ready products.Role OverviewIn the position of Forward Deployed Engineer at WorkOS, you will operate at the dynamic intersection of engineering, product development, and sales, collaborating directly with clients to address genuine challenges and enhance their journey towards value realization.This role is ideal for engineers or solutions engineers who possess robust technical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a strong sense of initiative. While engaging with customers, you will also be responsible for developing prototypes, integrations, demonstrations, and practical solutions that facilitate adoption and growth.Key Responsibilities Engage directly with customers to architect and implement tailored solutions utilizing WorkOS products.Take ownership of technical outcomes throughout the entire process: from discovery and architecture to implementation, iteration, and handoff.Lead product demonstrations and proof-of-concept initiatives.Proactively identify obstacles, propose actionable solutions, and maintain momentum autonomously.Collaborate with Account Executives to assist in product evaluations and expansions.Provide structured feedback to Engineering and Product teams to enhance the platform based on real-world application.Required QualificationsStrong technical foundation with experience in building across APIs and web technology stacks.Previous experience in a pre-sales capacity.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with both customers and internal teams.High level of initiative: you should be adept at identifying and resolving issues independently (provide examples of initiatives led from inception to completion).Experience in developing integrations or solutions that enhance user adoption.

About Flow EngineeringFlow Engineering is at the forefront of revolutionizing how humanity constructs its most intricate machines. Our platform is the premier tool for complex systems engineering, embraced by pioneering teams in sectors such as aerospace, defense, automotive, aviation, and robotics. If a company is aiming for the Moon, developing fusion energy, or planning the first interplanetary settlement, they are likely utilizing Flow Engineering to achieve those ambitious goals.We are proudly backed by Sequoia Capital, with notable angel investors including Patrick and John Collison (Stripe), David Helgason (Unity), and Kyle Parrish (Figma).About the RoleAs one of our pioneering Forward Deployed Engineers, you will operate at the crucial intersection of sales, engineering, and customer engagement. Your role involves comprehending how advanced hardware teams operate, guiding deployments, and facilitating adoption, ensuring that our customers are equipped with the insights and tools necessary to attain significant results.This position is perfect for individuals who have a background in hardware engineering and have a passion for collaborating with customers to solve complex challenges. You will empower leading hardware companies to transform their operational methodologies.What You’ll DoOwn the Technical Win: You will play a vital role in the sales process, driving custom demos and managing trial/POC execution, which is critical for securing new business for Flow Engineering.Understand and Map Customer Workflows: Collaborate with clients to gain a comprehensive understanding of their workflow, address pain points, and prioritize solutions tailored to their needs.Conduct Technical Enablement Sessions: Identify and showcase how Flow can enhance the customer’s development process through workshops, training, and collaborative solution sessions.Shape Our Roadmap: Act as the liaison between our customers and the engineering team to develop innovative solutions. Your insights will be essential in crafting the future roadmap of our product.Establish the GTM Foundation: Assist in developing and defining Flow’s activation strategies for key customers. You will contribute to the design of our technical GTM playbook, implementation guides, and training materials for future team members.About YouSolid Software Engineering Fundamentals: Proficient in designing, testing, and operating services at scale within a cloud environment.Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to convey technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.Customer-Centric Focus: Passionate about collaborating with customers and driven to solve their challenges.Proactive Problem-Solving: Ability to anticipate and address customer needs before they arise.