Forward Deployed Engineer

Cascading AI Inc

$100K — $150K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in software development with focus on business strategy
  • Advanced proficiency in modern programming languages (Python, React, etc.)
  • Experience in engaging directly with customers to develop technical solutions
  • Record of turning complex technical information into business outcomes
  • Entrepreneurial approach to project management from conception to execution
  • Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Engage with customers to convert business needs into technical solutions
  • Lead high-impact projects with ownership from CTO-level discussions to code implementation
  • Design and develop integrated systems using AI, back-end APIs, and web interfaces
  • Ensure adherence to engineering best practices and drive process improvements

Benefits

  • Opportunity to be part of an innovative company transforming banking with AI
  • Competitive remuneration package and comprehensive benefits
  • Support for visa sponsorship to facilitate international talent acquisition
Full Job Description
What you'll do:
  • Partner directly with customers to translate critical business requirements into technical solutions, engaging with customer executives to architect software that addresses their most pressing challenges in banking
  • Drive high-stakes projects with CTO-level ownership, writing production-quality code while balancing multiple technical and business priorities across architecture, coding, and strategic planning
  • Architect and build end-to-end systems integrating AI models, backend APIs, and web applications while owning complete technical solutions from design through production deployment
  • Learn and drive engineering best practices


What you'll bring:
  • A skillset at the intersection of software development, business strategy and customer engagement
  • 1-6+ years of experience in software engineering
  • Proven track record of translating complex technical concepts into clear business value propositions with measurable outcomes
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with experience driving initiatives from concept to execution
  • Solid understanding of modern programming languages and (AI) frameworks (e.g., React, TypeScript, Next.js, Python, LangChain, Vercel AI-SDK, etc.)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a knack for innovative thinking
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team spirit
What you'll get:
  • Impact & Ownership: A unique opportunity to shape the future of banking through AI, owning end-to-end product initiatives.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a talented and passionate team that values continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
  • Competitive Compensation: Includes salary, benefits, and potential equity in a fast-growing startup.
  • Professional Growth: Access to resources and mentorship to expand your skill set, influence strategy, and accelerate your career.
  • Culture of Innovation: We encourage risk-taking, learning from failures, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in fintech.

As an early-stage company building at the frontier of AI, we work with high intensity and commitment. While schedules can vary by role/team, many weeks will demand extra focus, flexibility and time particularly during major launches and high impact sprints. We're seeking those who are aligned to and able to commit to that expectation.

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