Worldwide Clinical Trials

AI Forward Deployed Engineer - Finance-focused (US)

Worldwide Clinical Trials • $121K — $240K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with Databricks and building data-driven solutions.
  • 2+ years of LLM application engineering experience, including prompt and context engineering.
  • 2+ years of experience using Python with full-stack development skills for production-ready applications.
  • 2+ years of experience working closely with Finance teams, understanding FP&A processes and monthly close activities.
  • Experience with finance systems like NetSuite, Certinia, and Workday Adaptive Planning.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365, MLflow, and Databricks tools; CRO or pharma-services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Build AI-assisted variance commentary and close-checklist solutions to generate insights from financial data.
  • Develop experiences using Databricks Genie to enable analysts to explore information through natural language.
  • Partner with FP&A Analysts to deliver tools that enhance financial decision-making.
  • Measure and report on solution adoption and productivity gains to demonstrate business impact.
  • Create assistive reconciliation capabilities that support finance teams while preserving control ownership.
  • Design and deliver AI-enabled applications using Databricks, Python, and modern LLM technologies.
  • Ensure solutions align with governance requirements, maintaining separation between AI recommendations and financial controls.

Benefits

  • Remote work opportunity open to US candidates.
  • Collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones.
  • Inclusive and equitable workplace culture.
  • Transparent compensation practices.
  • Competitive benefits package depending on location.
Full Job Description
Make an Impact as a Forward Deployed Engineer (Finance Focused) at Worldwide

Help transform how Finance teams work by building AI-powered tools that give analysts valuable time back. In this role, you'll partner closely with finance stakeholders to create practical solutions that accelerate close activities, improve financial analysis, and make financial data easier to access and understand.

You'll work at the intersection of finance, data, and AI, developing tools that assist with variance commentary, financial planning and analysis, and close processes while maintaining strong governance and compliance standards. Your work will help finance professionals focus on higher-value analysis and decision-making.

This is an opportunity for someone who combines finance expertise with software engineering skills and enjoys solving complex business challenges through modern data and AI technologies.

Where You'll Work

This is a REMOTE role open to candidates based in US. You will collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones.

What You'll Do
  • Build AI-assisted variance commentary and close-checklist solutions that generate draft insights from financial data and identify key business drivers.
  • Develop experiences using Databricks Genie and governed finance data to enable analysts to explore information through natural language.
  • Partner with FP&A Analysts and Project Financial Analysts to deliver tools that improve efficiency and enhance financial decision-making.
  • Measure and report solution adoption, usage, and productivity gains to demonstrate business impact.
  • Create assistive reconciliation capabilities that support finance teams while preserving human ownership of controls and approvals.
  • Design and deliver AI-enabled applications using Databricks, Python, and modern LLM technologies.
  • Ensure solutions align with governance requirements by maintaining clear separation between AI-generated recommendations and financial control activities.
  • Collaborate with finance stakeholders to understand processes, close cycles, planning activities, and reporting needs.

What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with Databricks and building data-driven solutions.
  • 2+ years of LLM application engineering experience, including prompt engineering, context engineering, retrieval, structured outputs, and evaluation.
  • 2+ years of experience using Python and sufficient full-stack development skills to deliver production-ready applications.
  • 2+ years of experience working within or closely alongside Finance teams, with knowledge of FP&A processes, monthly close activities, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and revenue recognition fundamentals.
  • Experience working with finance systems and governed financial data, including platforms such as NetSuite, Certinia, and Workday Adaptive Planning.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and Copilot, MLflow, Databricks Vector Search, Databricks Genie, Genie Code, and/or GenieOne; CRO or pharma-services experience and SOX exposure are preferred.
  • Proficiency in English


At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation.

The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates):

United States of America - $121,500.00 - $240,500.00

The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.

To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide! For more information on Worldwide, visit www.Worldwide.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.

About Worldwide Clinical Trials

Worldwide Clinical Trials is a global contract research organization (CRO) that provides clinical research services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. They specialize in early phase development, late phase development, and full-service clinical research. Worldwide Clinical Trials has experience in a wide range of therapeutic areas, including oncology, neuroscience, and infectious diseases. They are committed to providing high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective services to their clients.
Learn more about Worldwide Clinical Trials
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Founded
1986

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