ABOUT THE ROLEWe're looking for
new grad builders who want to get their hands dirty and work directly with customers.
As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you'll work closely with enterprise clients to build and launch voice AI solutions. You'll spend roughly 50% of your time building and 50% working directly with customers, helping understand their needs, solve problems, and get projects into production.
This is a great fit for someone who has completed technical internships, has a strong interest in startups, and genuinely enjoys working with people and customers.
WHAT YOU'LL DO- Build and launch voice AI solutions for enterprise customers.
- Write production code in Python, JavaScript, or similar languages.
- Build integrations with CRMs, ERPs, scheduling tools, and other systems.
- Work directly with customers to understand their needs and solve technical problems.
- Partner with sales on demos, prototypes, and technical discussions.
- Learn Retell's platform and become an expert in building voice AI agents.
- Turn customer feedback into product and engineering improvements.
YOU MIGHT THRIVE IF- You're a recent graduate with a strong technical background.
- You've completed one or more software engineering, technical, or similar internships.
- You like building things and figuring things out on your own.
- You have a strong interest in startups and want to work in a fast-moving environment.
- You enjoy working directly with customers and explaining technical concepts.
- You're comfortable with ambiguity and taking ownership.
- You can code in Python, JavaScript, or a similar language.
- You're excited about AI and want to learn how to build real-world AI systems.
JOB DETAILS- Cash: $150k - $260k
- Equity: Equity Provided
- Location: Redwood City, CA, US (Relocation Provided)
- US Visas: Retell AI is open to sponsoring work authorization for qualified candidates, including H1B/H-1B, TN, L-1, E-3, F-1 (OPT/CPT), and O-1 visas.
OTHER BENEFITS- 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance
- $70/day DoorDash credit for unlimited breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks
- $200/month wellness reimbursement
- $300/month commuter reimbursement
- $75/month phone bill reimbursement
- $50/month internet reimbursement
COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY- Best Offer Upfront: Choose from three cash-equity balance options; no negotiation needed.
- Top 1% Talent: Above-market pay to attract exceptional builders.
- High Ownership: Small teams, significant responsibility, and meaningful equity.
- Performance-Based: Offers tied to interview performance, not experience or past salaries.
INTERVIEW PROCESS- Online Assessment
- Recruiter Intro Call (15 min): Learn about us and share your background.
- Technical Phone Interview (45min): Live practical coding
- Technical Phone Interview (45 min): Customer facing systems design
- Onsite/Virtual Interviews (2-3 hrs): Three rounds focused on communication, architecture, and problem-solving.
