Forward Deployed Software Engineer - SF

Join Our TeamAt OpenAI, our Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE) team collaborates with clients to transform groundbreaking research into scalable production systems. We thrive at the crossroads of client engagement and core platform innovation.Role OverviewAs a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE), you will spearhead the intricate deployment of advanced models in production environments, working closely with our most significant clients. You will take ownership of the entire project lifecycle, from initial discovery and technical scoping to system design, implementation, and rollout, collaborating directly with customer engineering and specialized teams.Your success will be gauged by how well our solutions are adopted in production, the measurable impact on workflows, and feedback that influences product and model strategies. You will closely interact with our Product, Research, Partnerships, Governance, Risk, Compliance, Security, and Go-To-Market teams.This position is based in San Francisco, following a hybrid work model requiring three days in the office each week. We provide relocation assistance, and travel may be required up to 50%.Key ResponsibilitiesLead technical delivery across multiple deployment phases, from initial prototype to stable production.Develop full-stack systems that provide substantial value to customers and enhance our learning processes.Work intimately with customer teams to understand their requirements and facilitate the adoption of your solutions.Scope projects, plan deliveries, and proactively address potential obstacles.Make strategic decisions about project scope, speed, and quality; adapt plans to ensure successful delivery.Contribute code directly when progress or clarity is essential.Document effective workflows into tools, playbooks, or foundational building blocks for broader use.Provide valuable field feedback to help our Research and Product teams identify areas for model improvement.Ensure team momentum through clear communication and consistent follow-through.Ideal Candidate Profile5+ years of engineering or technical deployment expertise, with a focus on client-facing roles.Experience in scoping and delivering complex systems in dynamic or unclear environments.Proficient in writing and reviewing production-level code across both frontend and backend technologies, particularly Python.

Your OpportunityJoin Candid Health as a Forward Deployed Software Engineer, where your expertise will directly impact our clients and their outcomes. Our Forward Deployed Engineering team is uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and customer success. You will collaborate with our leadership and product teams to tackle intricate technical challenges, creating software solutions that integrate seamlessly with our clients' existing systems.Your ResponsibilitiesCraft Innovative Solutions: Design and architect scalable technical solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients. Utilize cutting-edge AI and ML methodologies to automate processes and enhance functionalities. Address critical issues and develop features that elevate our platform.Engage with Clients: Build strong relationships with subject matter experts, users, and executives to foster trust and collaboration. Act as the technical liaison for our products, effectively conveying complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Drive Organizational Excellence: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales and product management, to ensure the efficient delivery of solutions. Provide insights to refine our offerings based on client feedback and market dynamics, aligning with our long-term product vision.Your Profile5+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering.Passionate about solving real-world challenges that enhance mission-driven outcomes.Possess an entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on growth.Empathetic problem-solver who aims to deliver impactful solutions while building trust.Enjoy iterative software development in collaboration with subject matter experts to create exceptional solutions.

Join promise as a Forward Deployed Software Engineer and be at the forefront of innovative solutions that drive impactful change. In this role, you will work closely with clients, deploying cutting-edge software solutions that enhance their operational capabilities. Your expertise will contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional services and solutions that transform the way organizations function.

About ElevenLabsElevenLabs is a pioneering AI research and product company dedicated to reshaping our interactions with technology.Founded in January 2023, we introduced the first human-like AI voice model and now cater to millions of users and a diverse range of businesses, from emerging startups to established giants like Deutsche Telekom and Meta. Our prestigious investors include Andreessen Horowitz, ICONIQ Growth, and Sequoia, having raised an impressive $781 million in funding with a valuation of $11 billion.Our innovations have evolved beyond voice technology into three core platforms:ElevenAgents: A solution that equips businesses to provide seamless and intelligent customer experiences, facilitating the deployment of voice and chat agents at scale.ElevenCreative: A platform that empowers creators and marketers to produce and edit speech, music, images, and videos in over 70 languages.ElevenAPI: A gateway for developers to access our cutting-edge AI audio foundational models.Our success is driven by a talented team of researchers, engineers, and operators who are committed to excellence. If you are passionate about working hard and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.Our Work CultureHigh Velocity: We embrace rapid experimentation, operate in lean autonomous teams, and maintain minimal bureaucracy.Impact Over Titles: At ElevenLabs, titles are not our focus; rather, we value the impact of your work regardless of the task.AI First: AI is at the heart of our operations, enhancing efficiency and quality across all functions.Excellence Everywhere: We strive for quality in everything we do, matching the standards of our AI models.Global Team: Your talent is our priority, not your geographical location.What We OfferInnovative Culture: Join a generational opportunity to shape the future of AI alongside a team that continuously challenges the limits of possibility.Growth Opportunities: Be part of a dynamic team with numerous chances to make an impact beyond your immediate responsibilities.Learning & Development: We support continuous learning and professional growth.

ABOUT BASETENAt Baseten, we empower revolutionary AI companies, including Cursor, Notion, OpenEvidence, Abridge, Clay, Gamma, and Writer, to achieve mission-critical inference. By integrating cutting-edge AI research, adaptable infrastructure, and user-friendly developer tools, we enable organizations at the forefront of AI to seamlessly deploy advanced models into production. Our rapid growth is exemplified by our recent $300M Series E funding, supported by esteemed investors such as BOND, IVP, Spark Capital, Greylock, and Conviction. Join us in creating the essential platform that engineers rely on to launch AI products successfully.THE ROLEAs a Forward Deployed Engineer at Baseten, you will collaborate closely with clients to design, develop, and implement high-scale production AI applications utilizing our platform. You will guide customers through their journey from initial concept to full production deployment, expertly translating vague business objectives into dependable, observable services that meet clear standards for quality, latency, and cost.This position is ideal for innovative engineers eager to gain insights into how modern enterprises adopt AI at scale, and who thrive in environments that blend product development, software engineering, performance optimization, and direct customer engagement.Please note that this is a hands-on engineering role involving coding and software development, complemented by responsibilities in product management, technical customer success, and pre-sales solution engineering.EXAMPLE INITIATIVESExplore these insightful blog posts authored by our Forward Deployed Engineering team: Forward Deployed Engineering on the Frontier of AIThe Fastest, Most Accurate Whisper TranscriptionDeploy Production-Ready Model Servers from Docker ImagesDeploy Custom ComfyUI Workflows as APIs

ABOUT THE ROLE:As a Forward Deployed Engineer at Varick, you will play a pivotal hybrid role that merges engineering prowess with client engagement. You will collaborate directly with enterprise clients, akin to strategists, while also taking on the technical challenge of building solutions. Your responsibilities will include conducting audits, mapping workflows, identifying automation opportunities, and coding the solutions that bring those opportunities to life. You will be the vital link from the initial discovery phase through to deployment.This position demands an individual capable of engaging with C-suite executives, such as CFOs, to analyze their month-end closing processes and then architecting the necessary systems to enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess both the polished client-facing skills and deep technical expertise, as we require a rare blend of both.

At EndeavorAI, we are pioneers in the realm of enterprise AI.Our innovative software serves as the distribution layer for advanced AI models designed to shape the future.We passionately believe that AI will revolutionize sectors such as legal, healthcare, and finance, but our foremost mission is to develop AI that transforms the physical infrastructure necessary for AI's growth.We specifically target the building materials market, which suffers from outdated manual quoting, order entry, and pricing processes—leading to lost revenue and inefficiencies. Our AI solutions are designed to optimize these processes, leading to rapid market adoption. Once we dominate this sector, we'll expand into other industries. Our immediate goal is to secure our position in this market as it is crucial for our next phase of growth.While labs innovate future models, we focus on the last-mile delivery, ensuring reliable results that integrate seamlessly with existing ecosystems.Our Core Principles:We embrace boldness, especially when faced with challenges deemed impossible.We are committed to seeking the truth, prioritizing clarity over comfort.We will succeed, and we dedicate ourselves fully to achieving that success.Role Overview | Forward Deployed EngineerIn the role of Forward Deployed Engineer, you will collaborate closely with our clients to tackle their most pressing technical challenges, crafting tailored solutions as both an engineer and a trusted advisor. Your days will vary significantly; one day you may be on-site with a client, the next diving deep into code, and the following presenting your solutions to executive teams. This position demands adaptability and the ability to thrive in an environment where requirements are still being defined. If you enjoy diverse tasks, value relationship building, and are energized by solving intricate problems in dynamic settings, this is the opportunity for you.

Join Our Innovative TeamAt OpenAI, our Forward Deployed Engineering team collaborates with leading pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, contract research organizations (CROs), and research institutions. Our mission is to harness cutting-edge artificial intelligence to enhance the research and development (R&D) value chain, ensuring seamless deployment of AI systems that meet production-grade standards. We are dedicated to bridging the gap between customer needs and core platform development, transforming initial deployments into scalable, repeatable frameworks that thrive in regulated environments.Your RoleWe are looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) who is passionate about revolutionizing drug discovery and development processes. You will lead comprehensive deployments of our advanced models within life sciences organizations and research institutions, collaborating with subject matter experts to translate real-world data and infrastructure constraints into robust production systems.Success in this role will be measured through production adoption rates, tangible workflow improvements, and feedback loops driven by evaluation metrics that inform our product and model strategies. You will collaborate closely with teams across Product, Research, Partnerships, Governance, Risk Management, Security, and Go-To-Market to ensure compliance within regulated settings, including maintaining inspection readiness with detailed audit trails and traceable evidence.This position is based in San Francisco, and we embrace a hybrid work model requiring three days in the office each week. We offer relocation assistance, and the role may involve travel of up to 50%.Your ResponsibilitiesArchitect and deploy production systems centered around AI models, ensuring integration, data provenance, reliability, and on-call support for research, clinical, and operational workflows.Steer the discovery and scoping processes from pre-sales through post-sales, converting ambiguous workflow requirements into clearly defined hypotheses, system specifications, and actionable plans with measurable outcomes.Establish and uphold launch criteria tailored for regulated environments, including validation evidence, audit readiness, and outcome metrics, driving delivery until we achieve significant production impact.Develop solutions within sensitive scientific data environments where auditability, validation, and access controls inform architectural decisions, operational protocols, and error management strategies.Implement evaluation loops to assess model performance and system efficacy, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with project goals.

Join Metriport as a Forward Deployed Engineer, where you will play a critical role in deploying our cutting-edge solutions directly to clients. In this dynamic position, you'll collaborate closely with our engineering and product teams to ensure seamless integration of our software in various environments. Your expertise will not only help us enhance our technologies but also empower our clients to achieve their business objectives through effective use of our products.

Join Cloudflare as a Forward Deployed Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in bridging technical solutions with customer needs. In this dynamic position, you will work closely with clients to implement and optimize our network services, ensuring they are effectively integrated into their infrastructure. Your expertise will not only help clients achieve their goals but also contribute to the development of innovative solutions that enhance our offerings.The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving abilities and have a passion for technology and customer success. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make a significant impact in the tech industry, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a talented and experienced Forward-Deployed Engineer to become a vital part of the Codegen team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive full-stack development expertise, outstanding interpersonal skills for customer engagement, and the capability to swiftly diagnose and resolve intricate production challenges.About the RoleAs a full-time Forward-Deployed Engineer at Codegen, you will operate at the crossroads of engineering and customer success.Your responsibilities will include direct customer interactions, prompt issue resolution, and ensuring system stability across various deployment environments. This role is tailored for professionals who excel in technical roles that involve customer engagement.Our technology stack includes Python for backend services, React for frontend development, and robust integrations with tools like GitHub, Linear, and Slack.

Join the innovative team at Mercor as a Forward Deployed Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients. In this dynamic position, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deploy and optimize our products in real-world environments.

Uplane (Y Combinator F25) seeks a Forward Deployed Software Engineer based in San Francisco. Uplane tackles inefficiencies in digital advertising by building an AI-driven system that creates high-performing ads, matches them with optimized landing pages, and manages budgets across multiple channels. The team’s goal is to unify tools and processes so companies can get more from their marketing spend. Role overview This Forward Deployed Software Engineer position blends hands-on software development with direct client interaction. The role centers on uncovering clients’ top challenges and building solutions that deliver clear results. Work in this role influences both the product and customer outcomes. Why join Uplane? Tackle significant problems in a large, evolving market Take initiative and ownership to accelerate personal growth Collaborate with a team that values ambition, humility, and teamwork What you will do Technical deployment and integration: Build and implement custom integrations and features so Uplane’s software fits smoothly into each client’s technology stack. Customer-led prototyping: Rapidly develop tailored solutions for clients, then work with the core team to fold successful prototypes into the main product. User-centric design: Apply product and design judgment to create features that address real market and customer needs. Collaboration: Work directly with client stakeholders, from technical teams to executives, to ensure solutions are practical and effective.

Join Interface as a Forward Deployed Engineer! We are on the lookout for innovative generalist engineers (machine learning, data, full-stack) who are not afraid to push boundaries and have a strong drive to succeed. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and believe in building quickly to achieve results, we want you on our team!Who You Are:You make quick, strategic decisions that can be reversed easily.You proactively identify and resolve issues before they are brought to your attention.You are proficient with our technology stack, including TSX, Python, Docker, LLMs, YOLO, Tesseract, PostgreSQL, AWS, and React Native.You have a track record of building impactful products that are actively used.You excel in dynamic and chaotic environments.Your Responsibilities:Engage with users and customers to understand their experiences, challenges, and needs.Design and architect systems that are utilized daily by large-scale enterprises.Develop autonomous data pipelines that efficiently audit vast amounts of documents.Manage scalable infrastructure to support our growing needs.Deliver solutions rapidly, as we believe that perfectionism can impede progress.Real Talk:Collaborate closely with the founding team and our customers.Prioritize user needs over flashy features and trends.Expect to work six days a week at our office.Be ready for an intense working environment in San Francisco, known for its excellent weather and vibrant tech ecosystem.Additional Information:Remote applications are welcomed from candidates around the globe.We offer competitive salaries, substantial equity, and the opportunity to influence early-stage decisions.Receive a $3,000 bonus for successful referrals!About Interface: We are the leaders in autonomous safety solutions for the industrial sector. We are developing an advanced AI-powered auditing platform that identifies and rectifies errors in various industrial documents, including regulatory filings and CAD files. Join us at the forefront of innovation where LLMs, computer vision, and data pipelines converge to redefine compliance and safety standards.

OverviewPulse is at the forefront of addressing a significant challenge in data infrastructure: extracting precise, structured information from intricate documents at scale. Our innovative approach to document understanding merges intelligent schema mapping with advanced extraction models, where traditional OCR and parsing tools often fall short.Based in San Francisco, we are a dynamic, rapidly expanding team of engineers dedicated to empowering Fortune 100 companies, YC startups, public investment firms, and growth-stage businesses. With the backing of top-tier investors, we are on an exciting growth trajectory.Our technology stands out due to its multi-stage architecture, which includes:Specialized models for layout understanding and component detectionLow-latency OCR models tailored for precise extractionAdvanced algorithms for reading order in complex structuresProprietary recognition and parsing of table structuresFine-tuned vision-language models for interpreting charts, tables, and figuresIf you are passionate about the intersection of computer vision, NLP, and data infrastructure, your contributions at Pulse will have a direct impact on our customers and help shape the future of document intelligence.

Join Palona as a Forward Deployed Engineer and be part of a groundbreaking team that's redefining the landscape of adaptive, multimodal AI systems. In this dynamic role, you will merge engineering expertise with customer engagement and practical operations. Collaborating directly with industry operators, you will play a crucial role in guiding AI agents that learn and adapt in real-time.If you thrive on blending technological innovation with human interaction, relish tackling complex real-world challenges, and seek to make a significant impact in live environments, this is the opportunity for you.ResponsibilitiesAs a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will serve as the vital link between our product, our clients, and the AI agents deployed to the field. Your responsibilities will include:Deep Collaboration: Work closely with operators and clients to gain insights into business operations, identify real-world workflows, and translate these into system functionalities.AI Development: Design, scope, and implement adaptive AI agents that evolve with the customer’s environment, creating dynamic systems that improve through ongoing interaction.Application Integration: Build and integrate robust applications that connect Palona’s AI platform with customer infrastructure.Prototyping and Demos: Develop demonstrations, prototypes, and workflows showcasing how adaptive agents can effectively address operational challenges.Field Testing: Troubleshoot real-world edge cases and transform insights from deployments into actionable product intelligence and enhancements.Performance Assurance: Ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of AI agents in fast-paced, operationally intense settings.Relationship Building: Cultivate long-term partnerships where both you and the AI agents evolve alongside the customer.This role is a unique hybrid of engineering and consulting, designed for individuals who possess a blend of curiosity, ownership, and versatility.

Join Cloudflare as a Forward Deployed Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in delivering innovative solutions to our clients. This position involves working closely with customers to deploy and integrate our cutting-edge technologies while enhancing their infrastructure and security.You will be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and creativity, tackling complex challenges and driving impactful results. If you are passionate about technology and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you!

Join our dynamic team as a Forward Deployed Engineer in the heart of San Francisco! In this role, you will work closely with clients, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver innovative solutions tailored to their needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration and deployment of our products to drive success for our customers.

Coframe is looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer based in the SF Bay Area. This role centers on building custom integrations, refining client workflows, and delivering solutions for large enterprise customers. Key Responsibilities Work directly with strategic enterprise clients to understand their technical needs and challenges Design and implement integrations tailored to each client’s environment Optimize existing workflows to create measurable improvements Collaborate with engineering and product teams to develop effective solutions Help expand Coframe’s presence within major customer accounts Role Details This is a hands-on position that blends technical problem-solving with frequent customer interaction. Forward Deployed Engineers at Coframe bridge engineering, product, and client priorities, taking on complex enterprise projects that contribute to both client outcomes and company growth.