Location- SF Bay Area: hybrid in-office 3 days per week
- Other locations in the US: remote
About the role PromptQL is looking for Forward Deployed Engineers (FDE) to guide our customers through their entire technical journey with us. You are a strategic advisor, as well as a hands-on executor, that serves as the technical cornerstone throughout our customer's AI transformation journey. The role spans pre-sales technical validation, solution architecture, implementation, and ongoing customer success.
This kind of implementation work calls for hustle, drive, curiosity, and a strong sense of ownership. The best FDEs take initiative, think independently, and are always looking to learn. While familiarity with the AI industry can be helpful, the most important quality is a mindset that questions convention and seeks better solutions in an AI first environment.
Role Requirements- 7+ years of experience in technical pre-sales and/or post-sales implementation roles
- Proven track record as a Principal Architect, Professional Services Consultant, Technical Delivery Lead, or Pre-Sales Engineering Leader
- Direct experience designing, building, or implementing generative AI applications
- Familiarity with large language models, vector databases, and AI orchestration frameworks
- Experience with data access technologies and API development
- Background in implementing complex data projects at enterprise scale
- Knowledge of MLOps, DataOps, or AI engineering practices
- Prior experience with query languages and data transformation techniques
- Success in services-led, consultative technical engagements
- Proven track record identifying and capturing expansion opportunities in existing accounts
- Experience delivering complex data-oriented projects involving multiple stakeholders and technologies
- Strong understanding of enterprise data ecosystems, API integration patterns, and modern architectures
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts to various audiences
- History of building trust-based relationships with technical and business stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred
About you- Must thrive in high ambiguous, fast moving start up environments
- Must be able to travel onsite to customer engagements
- Must be highly collaborative and think outside of the box (no egos allowed!)
- Must be curious about emerging, innovative tech, particularly around AI
- Must be a self-starter and customer obsessed
Compensation- $180,000 - $240,000 base salary + Commissions
- Commissions
- Equity
Benefits & Perks- Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving
- Employee assistance programs for support when you need it
- Retirement fund contribution matching to help you invest in your future
- Donation matching to amplify your charitable impact
- Paid time off to support your well-being
- Monthly company-wide self-care day to recharge
- Stock options so you can share in our success
- Paid parental leave to support growing families
- Commuter benefits to help you save on your journey to the office
- Employee referral program to reward you for connecting us with great talent
