Forward Deployed Engineer at V7 | London

Join V7: Pioneering AI SolutionsAt V7, we are committed to building advanced AI platforms that empower individuals to achieve exceptional results at unprecedented scale and speed. Our mission is to transform human expertise into reliable AI systems, enhancing the efficiency, intelligence, and precision of complex tasks. With robust backing from esteemed inve…

Polaron is an innovative spin-out from Imperial College London, established by visionary founders Dr. Isaac Squires, Dr. Steve Kench, and Dr. Sam Cooper. Our mission is clear: to leverage engineering, artificial intelligence, and materials science to create the materials of tomorrow.We aspire to lead globally at the intersection of AI and materials, combining scientific precision with engineering practicality to foster the next generation of sustainable and high-performance materials.Our work transcends traditional scientific challenges; it addresses the pressing need for impactful solutions. Advanced materials are essential in all facets of modern life, powering electric vehicles, optimizing turbine alloys, and enhancing aircraft composites.By expediting the development, design, and manufacturing of these materials, we directly contribute to a sustainable future.Polaron is designed to empower leading materials teams to transition swiftly from image data to engineering insights.This involves transforming microstructure and manufacturing signals into reliable insights, expediting iteration cycles, and supporting teams in confidently and swiftly designing and qualifying materials.Key Statistics:A dynamic team of 15, rapidly expanding.Located in East London (Shoreditch Exchange, Hoxton).Supported by elite investors, cutting-edge research, and robust industry partnerships.Role OverviewAs a Forward Deployed Engineer within our Delivery team, you will spearhead technical execution across customer and partner initiatives focused on battery technologies.Your role will bridge battery materials, manufacturing processes, microstructure analysis, and AI, transforming real datasets into actionable engineering intelligence. You will assist clients in making informed engineering choices while feeding high-value insights back into the Polaron product.

ClaimSorted supports insurers with a combination of in-house expertise and an AI-powered platform. The company’s Third-Party Administration service manages over $100 million in insurance premiums for more than 30 Managing General Agents, including several publicly listed organizations. With backing from Y Combinator, Atomico, and Eurazeo, ClaimSorted has raised over $15 million and aims to scale to $1 billion in managed premiums. Role overview As a Forward Deployed Engineer in London, work directly with customers and internal teams to deliver solutions that improve claims management and operational processes. This role involves both technical development and close collaboration with stakeholders at all levels. What you will do Work alongside customer stakeholders, ranging from technical staff to executive leadership. Build and maintain systems that support customer operations and make onboarding more efficient. Provide accurate reporting and insights to both customers and colleagues. Translate customer feedback into meaningful platform enhancements. Technology stack NextJS NodeJs Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Postgres Terraform Location This position is based in London.

Harness is an innovative AI Software Delivery Platform revolutionizing the way software is developed and delivered. Founded by visionary technologist Jyoti Bansal, who previously established AppDynamics, acquired by Cisco for $3.7B, Harness has secured approximately $570M in funding, currently valued at $5.5B, and is supported by top-tier investors such as Goldman Sachs, Menlo Ventures, IVP, and Citi Ventures. With the rapid advancement of AI, the bottleneck of software delivery has shifted beyond code creation to encompass testing, deployment, security, compliance, and cost optimization. Harness leverages AI and automation to enhance this "outer loop," empowering teams to ship software rapidly while ensuring security and governance throughout the entire delivery lifecycle.With Harness AI and the Software Delivery Knowledge Graph at its core, the Harness Platform integrates deep context and intelligent automation across the software delivery lifecycle, embedding governance and policy-driven controls throughout the system.In the past year alone, Harness has facilitated over 185M deployments, 82M builds, 18T flag evaluations, 8M security scans, and optimized 9.1B tests while managing $2.8B in cloud expenditure. Our clients, including United Airlines, Morningstar, and Choice Hotels, have reported accelerating releases by up to 75%, reducing cloud costs by 60%, and achieving 10x DevOps efficiency.With a global presence in 14 offices across 25 countries, Harness is at the forefront of shaping the future of AI software delivery. We are on the lookout for exceptional talent to help us accelerate our mission.Position SummaryWe are in search of a highly skilled and customer-centric Customer Architect (Forward Deployed Engineer) to join our dynamic Customer Success team in London.In this pivotal role, you will engage deeply with customers, adopting a Forward Deployed Engineer model to tackle complex technical challenges, enhance adoption, and drive measurable business results. You will serve as both a hands-on builder and a strategic advisor, collaborating directly within customer environments to design, implement, and optimize tailored solutions.As a multi-module DevSecOps platform, Harness encompasses areas such as CI/CD, cloud cost management, feature flags, and security. In your capacity as a Customer Architect, you will work across these various modules and domains, guiding customers toward a cohesive platform approach rather than isolated point solutions.Collaboration with engineering, platform, and security teams will be essential as you modernize software delivery processes, enhance reliability, and integrate security within the development lifecycle.

About SmartcatAt Smartcat, we are redefining the future of work by merging human intelligence with advanced digital teammates, creating productivity enhancements that can range from 10x to 1000x for the world's foremost enterprises.We stand at the forefront of a groundbreaking innovation: Agentic AI. Our mission is to empower organizations to develop high-efficiency hybrid workforces comprised of both human talent and AI agents. Unlike generic assistants, our AI agents are meticulously trained to learn from your top performers, your proprietary content, and your strategic goals—ready to contribute from day one.Our platform seamlessly integrates generative AI, human-in-the-loop processes, and a dynamic Enterprise Skill Graph that continuously evolves and improves. Whether it’s launching a global product, onboarding new team members, translating educational materials, or coordinating legal teams across borders, Smartcat transforms knowledge into actionable solutions and scales them effectively.With over 1,000 businesses, including 20% of the Fortune 500, trusting Smartcat to expand their global reach—accurately and in every language—we are a rapidly growing Series C company committed to investing in individuals eager to shape the future of work alongside us.Join us in unlocking global potential, one human and AI collaboration at a time.Forward Deployed Engineering MissionAs a Forward Deployed Engineer within Smartcat’s Go-To-Market organization, you will take ownership of technical success throughout the entire customer journey—from the initial pre-sales workflow analysis to implementation, adoption, and ongoing expansion. FDEs play a pivotal role in driving Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) by delivering quantifiable outcomes and constructing AI-infused workflows that enhance Agent Platform adoption, elevate multilingual quality, and optimize long-term value. You will collaborate closely with Sales, Customer Experience, Product, and Engineering teams to translate business objectives into effective solutions (integrations, prompts, and AI agents), lead client go-lives, and extract customer insights that will shape product direction and roadmap priorities for our most significant clients.Role OverviewThe Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) at Smartcat is a senior, client-facing technical delivery role responsible for converting business objectives into active AI-driven localization workflows—ensuring these workflows achieve measurable results.This is not a backend implementation role. You will be the primary contact and trusted advisor for our largest clients, accountable for their delivery and success.It is a forward-facing, outcome-oriented position that demands a high level of technical expertise and a commitment to client success.

AI Engineer - Forward Deployed Engineer (All Levels) Req ID: CSQ426R186 Our Mission The AI Forward Deployed Engineering (AI FDE) team at Databricks is a specialized, customer-centric group focused on delivering exceptional AI solutions. We engage with our clients to develop and implement innovative AI applications that are cutting-edge and tailored to their unique needs. Our collaborative environment allows us to work closely with engineering, product management, and developer relations, as well as support our internal subject matter experts. We seek passionate individuals who thrive on customer interaction, teamwork, and a desire to stay ahead of the latest trends in Generative AI, LLMOps, and machine learning. Your Impact Design and develop groundbreaking Generative AI solutions utilizing the latest advancements from our Mosaic AI research to address client challenges. Lead the deployment of consumer-facing and internal Generative AI applications into production. Act as a trusted technical consultant to clients across various industries. Represent Databricks as a thought leader at industry events such as the Data + AI Summit. Work collaboratively with product and engineering teams to shape strategic priorities and influence the product roadmap. What We Value in You Proven experience in developing Generative AI applications, including retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), multi-agent systems, Text2SQL, and fine-tuning, with tools such as HuggingFace, LangChain, and DSPy. Strong background in deploying production-grade Generative AI applications, including evaluation and optimization techniques. Several years of hands-on experience in data science, utilizing common tools such as pandas, scikit-learn, and PyTorch. Experience in building scalable machine learning deployments on cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP. A graduate degree in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Operations Research, etc.) or equivalent practical experience. Ability to communicate and teach technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. A genuine passion for collaboration, continuous learning, and leveraging AI to drive business success. [Preferred] Familiarity with the Databricks Intelligence Platform and Apache Spark™ for processing large-scale distributed datasets.

Join Our Recruiting TeamAt OpenAI, our Recruiting team serves as the entry point to a forward-thinking organization that prides itself on a mission-driven approach and meaningful relationships in hiring. We collaborate closely with various teams within the company to attract, engage, and support individuals who will contribute to the future of artificial intelligence. Our commitment lies in developing safe artificial general intelligence (AGI) for the benefit of all humanity.As a pivotal part of OpenAI's mission, the Recruiting team focuses on sourcing and hiring exceptional talent that embodies our core values and cultural aspirations. We strive to set standards of excellence and innovation in recruitment, matching remarkable candidates with opportunities that shape the AI landscape.About the RoleWe are seeking a seasoned Recruiter to enhance our Forward Deployed Engineering organization, overseeing the entire hiring process for a team dedicated to translating research breakthroughs into practical production systems. You will develop hiring strategies in partnership with business leaders, manage the sourcing and evaluation process, ensure an exceptional candidate experience, and collaborate with teams such as HRBP, Legal, and Compensation to foster a seamless and compliant recruitment procedure.Your Responsibilities Include:Oversee complete recruitment cycles for our Forward Deployed Engineering team, encompassing sourcing, managing the hiring process, and finalizing offers.Collaborate directly with business leaders to comprehend departmental needs and formulate proactive recruitment strategies that align with organizational objectives.Employ advanced sourcing techniques and tools to attract and engage elite candidates.Guarantee an outstanding candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.Partner with internal teams such as HR, Legal, and Compensation to ensure compliance and operational excellence throughout the recruitment lifecycle.Offer expert guidance and assistance to hiring managers on best practices for interviewing, candidate evaluation, and employer branding.You Will Succeed in This Role If You Have:7+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, specifically within in-house settings at rapidly growing firms.A proven track record of attracting top 1% talent.A high degree of adaptability in fast-paced, evolving environments, effectively balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution.Exceptional communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Join a Transformative CompanyAt Palantir, we strive to revolutionize decision-making and operational efficiency through our cutting-edge software solutions. Our platforms empower organizations to harness data effectively, enabling them to develop life-saving pharmaceuticals, predict supply chain challenges, locate missing persons, and much more.Your RoleAs a Forward Deployed Enablement Engineer, you will be an integral part of centralized customer success teams, dedicated to maximizing the impact of our deployed products and workflows for a diverse clientele, ranging from agile startups to expansive enterprises. This role seamlessly blends high-level support with the creation of innovative tools and infrastructure aimed at enhancing customer enablement on a large scale. You will be a tenacious and resourceful problem-solver, adept at collaborating and working independently to tackle complex technical challenges, while also engaging directly with customers to diagnose and resolve their issues.Our Customer Success team is committed to helping clients leverage Palantir’s Foundry & AIP Platforms to drive their most critical business processes. In this position, you will apply your analytical skills, creativity, and technical expertise to support customer development teams, ensuring they can effectively construct and refine their workflows. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and contribute to some of the world’s most impactful industries and organizations.Every day at Palantir presents new challenges and opportunities for innovation. As we continuously evolve to meet customer demands, you will be encouraged to contribute your creativity and problem-solving skills to enhance our internal processes and tools, ultimately delivering greater business value to our customers with improved efficiency.At Palantir, we believe in empowering each employee to leverage their unique strengths. There is no singular approach to engineering within our company; this role is intentionally broad to allow individuals to explore their passions and grow in ways that inspire them.

About SonarSource:SonarSource is committed to ensuring that code quality and security issues do not reach production. Our innovative tools enhance developer productivity through AI collaboration and offer an improved developer experience via streamlined workflows. We analyze all code, whether created by internal teams, AI, or third-party sources, to ensure more secure, reliable, and maintainable applications. Our open-source roots enable us to support over 30 programming languages and technologies, helping more than 7 million developers and 400,000 organizations globally, including industry leaders like the DoD, Microsoft, NASA, MasterCard, Siemens, and T-Mobile.At SonarSource, we are passionate about building exceptional products backed by a strong internal culture and dedicated teams. We uphold high standards, fostering an environment of positivity, accountability, thoughtfulness, empathy, and passion.We are intentional with our decisions and act with urgency, moving forward swiftly while remaining effective and operationally efficient as One Team.At SonarSource, CODE represents more than an acronym; it embodies our operational mindset.

As a Forward Deployed Product Manager at Lorikeet, you will play a critical role in shaping our product strategy and delivering innovative solutions that meet the needs of our clients. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and customer success, to define product requirements and drive the product development process. Your ability to understand customer pain points and translate them into actionable product features will be key to our success.

Join Anthropic as the Manager of Forward Deployed Engineering in our Applied AI division. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of skilled engineers who are at the forefront of deploying innovative AI solutions. Your leadership will be crucial in driving technical excellence and fostering collaboration between cross-functional teams. You will work closely with product management and research teams to ensure our AI systems are effectively integrated into real-world applications.

Join Anthropic as a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) on our Applied AI team, where you'll engage directly with strategic customers to drive transformative AI adoption. You'll collaborate closely with client teams to deliver advanced AI applications that address real-world business challenges while ensuring safety and reliability. As a founding member of our FDE team, you'll operate autonomously, thrive in dynamic environments, and represent Anthropic's mission at the highest level. Your role will involve building production applications using Claude models, delivering technical artifacts, and providing premium deployment support in enterprise settings. You'll maintain an up-to-date knowledge of AI developments and cultivate long-term relationships with customers to identify new deployment opportunities.

Join PhysicsX as a Forward Deployed Applications Software Engineer, where you will be at the forefront of deploying innovative software solutions in dynamic environments. You will work closely with clients to understand their needs and tailor applications that deliver real-world impact.

Join physicsx as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Forward Deployed Applications. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in advanced software development to create robust applications that meet the unique needs of our clients. You will work in a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and collaboration, playing a key role in shaping the future of our technology solutions.

About Indicium AIIndicium AI proudly stands as Anthropic’s inaugural European launch partner, recognized globally among a select few organizations trusted by Anthropic to deploy Claude at an enterprise scale. We also hold the distinction of being one of the first four OpenAI partners in the UK, bolstered by investment from Databricks Ventures, which also has a seat on our board. Our engineering teams are equipped with cutting-edge AI tools, models, and exclusive previews of capabilities that remain inaccessible to the broader market.Our mission is to integrate production AI systems within the world’s most complex organizations across sectors such as Financial Services, Energy, and Healthcare. We are dedicated to translating AI into a true competitive advantage for our clients, not merely through presentations but in actual production environments.We are deeply committed to our team’s development. Every Forward Deployed Engineer at Indicium AI gains access to Anthropic training and a flexible learning budget. Our staff are provided with Claude licenses for Chat, CoWork, and Claude Code, empowering them to thrive at the forefront of technology.The RoleAI is revolutionizing not just the capabilities of software but the methodologies of software development itself. Leading engineering organizations are restructuring their operational models around AI-native development: Claude Code integrated into every workflow, agents throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and a fundamentally transformed relationship between engineers and their tools. While most enterprises acknowledge the importance of this shift, few understand how to effectively implement it.The Forward Deployed Software Engineer at Indicium AI works in close collaboration with client engineering teams to redefine their software development processes. You will observe team dynamics, identify unspoken challenges, and implement changes that bring AI-native engineering to life in their daily workflows and production pipelines.This position is ideal for an experienced software engineer who is enthusiastic about the transformative impact of AI on software craftsmanship. You will assist organizations in reimagining their engineering capabilities—from the utilization of Claude Code and agentic tools to team structures, code reviews, testing, and deployment. Moreover, you will co-engineer alongside their teams to seamlessly integrate these innovative practices into their product engineering workflows.You will spearhead engagements with some of the most intricate organizations in the UK, influencing technical and commercial outcomes while collaborating with engineering leaders who have developed complex systems and maintain high standards.

CHAOS Industries is at the forefront of modern defense technology, crafting omniscient systems tailored for the challenges of today's world. Developed by elite U.S. military veterans and Silicon Valley pioneers, our products leverage Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™) to empower warfighters, commercial air operators, and border security teams, enabling them to respond swiftly, adapt to changing conditions, and stay ahead of emerging threats. In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, CHAOS Industries offers advanced sensing and detection solutions that provide a critical advantage: time. Founded in 2022, CHAOS Industries has successfully secured $1 billion in funding from prominent investors such as 8VC, Accel, and NEA. With our headquarters in Los Angeles and offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, and London, we are poised to make a significant impact in the defense technology sector. To learn more about our mission and products, please visit www.chaosinc.com.

Join a Company That Drives Global ChangeAt Palantir, we create the foremost software solutions for data-driven decision-making and operational excellence. By connecting essential data with the individuals who need it, our platforms empower partners to develop life-saving medications, anticipate supply chain challenges, locate missing children, and much more.Your ImpactThe Pioneering Forward Deployed Software Engineer RoleAs a Forward Deployed Software Engineer (FDSE) at Palantir, you won't just have a job; you'll have a mission. We were the first to establish this innovative position, placing skilled engineers alongside our customers to confront their most urgent challenges directly. In this role, you will engage with critical global issues and transformative technology, crafting impactful solutions where they are needed the most.FDSEs collaborate intimately with clients, swiftly identifying their most complex problems and architecting comprehensive solutions that leverage crucial business data and the latest advancements in AI. Whether it's addressing questions like “How can we predict and mitigate wildfire risks to optimize power grids?” or “In what ways can we analyze and adapt a global food supply chain to ensure timely delivery of life-saving assistance?”, you will employ your technical expertise, creativity, and problem-solving capabilities to create substantial real-world impact.This position offers a unique opportunity to gain profound insights and directly influence some of the world's most vital industries and institutions. By harnessing Palantir's advanced platforms and integrated AI, you will enable organizations to unlock the full potential of their data for quicker and more intelligent decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesAs an FDSE, you will enjoy the freedom and agility of a startup, coupled with the resources, mentorship, and stability of an established tech leader. Your work will directly affect our customers' missions and the broader world. You will operate within small, agile teams, responsible for the complete execution and deployment of high-impact projects, including:• Collaborating with fellow engineers on strategic architecture and design decisions• Managing extensive datasets and leveraging AI to enhance critical operational processes• Developing tailored applications to meet specific customer requirements• Engaging closely with customer stakeholders, from technical teams to executive leadership• Shaping team strategy and navigating projects from conception to implementation, increasing your resilience to deliver real value

Join the Arondite TeamArondite is at the forefront of defense technology, dedicated to developing the essential software and AI systems that will drive the autonomous era. Our mission is to transform how organizations work with sensors, robots, and autonomous systems, leveraging the data they generate. We are passionate about defending democratic values and believe that a talented group of engineers can make a significant impact. As a well-funded, ambitious company, we are building for the long-term.Be Part of Our Journey: At Arondite, you'll become part of a team of exceptional engineers who thrive on high-impact, technically challenging work. You will collaborate with brilliant minds to tackle some of the world’s most crucial problems.Empowerment from Day One: There’s no traditional corporate hierarchy here. From your first day, you will have a direct hand in shaping the design, functionality, and direction of our product offerings. We seek the best talent and grant them remarkable autonomy; your ambitions are the only limits.If our mission resonates with you and you want to join a growing team of distinguished professionals, we’d love to hear from you!

About UsOwkin is an innovative AI company dedicated to unraveling the complexities of biology. We are on a quest to develop the first Biology Super Intelligence (BASI) that fuses advanced biological large language models, diverse patient data, and autonomous software. At the core of our system is Owkin K, an AI copilot, along with our new biology-tuned LLM, Owkin Zero. This technology empowers researchers, clinicians, and drug developers to deepen their understanding of biological processes, validate scientific hypotheses, and accelerate the delivery of superior diagnostics and therapies.About the Role:We are in search of outstanding Forward Deployed Engineers to become integral members of our team, operating at the cutting-edge of AI and biology. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms to address complex challenges by tailoring our agentic AI platform, Owkin K, for their specific needs. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in influencing the evolution of our product by bringing back insights gathered from the field.Your responsibilities will encompass the following key skill areas:Engineering Execution: You will convert domain knowledge into reliable, scalable systems. From rapid prototyping to production-ready deployments, you will create comprehensive AI solutions built on Owkin K that enhance value across customer workflows and organizational structures.Customer Collaboration: Partnering with pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients, you will identify needs, validate concepts, and iterate swiftly. Your skills in listening, understanding, adapting, co-creating, and communicating are essential for driving adoption, ensuring usability, and delivering sustainable solutions.Navigating Complex and Regulated Environments: You will excel at swiftly integrating into intricate client organizations, effectively balancing the demands of compliance and innovation to drive impactful outcomes.

About Our TeamAt OpenAI, our Forward Deployed Engineering team collaborates closely with clients to transform groundbreaking research into robust production systems. We thrive at the intersection of customer engagement and core platform innovation.About the RoleWe are seeking passionate software engineers with a customer-centric mindset to create tailored software solutions utilizing OpenAI’s APIs to address genuine client challenges. In your role as a Forward Deployed Software Engineer (FDSWE), you will engage directly with our clients and collaborate with fellow OpenAI Engineers to design and implement scalable solutions that tackle complex problems. You will architect abstractions to address client needs, enhancing the speed and quality of delivery across all Forward Deployed projects.This position is based in London, operating under a hybrid model of three days in the office each week. We provide relocation assistance, and travel may be required up to 50% of the time.Key ResponsibilitiesEngage deeply with strategic customers to gain a thorough understanding of their business challenges and technical requirements.Design, architect, and develop full-stack solutions using an iterative, experiment-driven approach.Create detailed scopes of work and project plans for both proof-of-concept prototypes and full-scale deployments.Serve as a technical expert and trusted advisor, working hands-on with customers' technical teams to drive projects to completion within their infrastructure.Collaborate with Product, Research, and Applied teams to guarantee seamless customer experiences and actionable product feedback.Contribute to internal knowledge repositories, documenting best practices and insights from customer engagements to enhance the Forward Deployed Engineering function.Ideal Candidate Profile7+ years of professional full-stack engineering experience (excluding internships) in technology and product-driven environments; prior customer-facing experience is highly desirable.Proficiency in modern programming languages and frameworks with a strong grasp of software development methodologies.Exceptional problem-solving skills and a strong ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.A proactive approach to understanding client needs and delivering solutions that exceed expectations.