Forward Deployed Engineer

Growth Protocol

$130K — $160K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in a hybrid technical + client-facing role (e.g., Solution Architect, Technical Consultant).
  • Experience deploying AI/ML workflows or intelligent applications.
  • Strong coding background in Python and familiarity with cloud and container technologies.
  • Experience with data pipelines and distributed systems in production.
  • Ability to translate complex business challenges into structured technical solutions.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end technical delivery for enterprise engagements.
  • Embed with client teams to scope high-value workflows and architect integrations.
  • Act as the technical counterpart during onboarding and proof-of-value phases.
  • Partner with internal teams to deliver scalable and reliable AI integrations.
  • Collaborate with consulting partners to align technical efforts with client business goals.
  • Capture learnings and build reusable documentation and internal playbooks.
  • Communicate effectively with senior executives to advocate for optimal AI strategies.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and equity in a rapidly growing company.
  • 100% Company Paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • 401K Matching.
  • Remote or Hybrid Work Schedule.
  • Pet-friendly office.
Full Job Description
We are looking for Forward Deployed Engineers - elite technologists who embed directly with our clients to tackle their most critical growth challenges. In this role, you'll work side-by-side with executives, engineers, and our Tier 1 consulting partners to design, deploy, and scale AI-powered workflows that transform how enterprises operate. In this role, you will own the solution end-to-end: uncovering opportunities, architecting integrations, orchestrating AI models, and proving measurable ROI in weeks, not months. This is a high-impact, high-visibility position at the intersection of technology, strategy, and execution. OBJECTIVES OF THE ROLE • Lead end-to-end technical delivery for enterprise engagements, from discovery through deployment. • Embed with client teams to scope high-value workflows, architect integrations, and orchestrate AI models. • Act as the technical counterpart during onboarding and proof-of-value phases - ensuring fast time-to-value and successful go-lives. • Partner with internal Product, Data Science, and Backend teams to deliver scalable, explainable, and reliable AI integrations. • Collaborate with strategic consulting partners to align technical efforts with client business goals and expansion opportunities. • Capture learnings and build reusable patterns, documentation, and internal playbooks to accelerate future deployments. • Communicate effectively with senior executives, advocating for optimal AI workflow strategies while gathering feedback for continuous improvement. • Partner with sales and customer success to ensure smooth onboarding, adoption, and expansion of workflows. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • 5+ years in a hybrid technical + client-facing role (e.g., Solution Architect, Forward Deployed Engineer, AI/ML Systems Engineer, Technical Consultant). • Experience deploying AI/ML workflows or intelligent applications (LLMs, RAG, forecasting, symbolic reasoning, etc.). • Strong coding background in Python, plus familiarity with GCP, Docker, FastAPI, LangChain/LangGraph, Elasticsearch, Snowflake, BigQuery. • Experience with data pipelines and distributed systems in production environments. • Proven ability to translate complex business challenges into structured technical solutions. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience building repeatable, scalable processes. • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including leading executive-level discussions and technical design sessions. PERKS • Competitive compensation and equity in a rapidly growing company • 100% Company Paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance • 401K Matching • Remote or Hybrid Work Schedule (Office located in Flatiron District, New York, NY) • Pet-friendly office This role can be based out of our New York office or performed fully remotely in the United States or Canada.

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