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Forward Deployed Engineer

180k – 250kSan Francisco, CASolutions ArchitectureOnsite1+ YOE
Summary

Partner with banking customers to architect and deploy AI-native software solutions, owning end-to-end technical projects from design to production. Requires 1-6+ years of software engineering experience and strong communication skills.

About the role

What you'll do

  • Partner directly with customers to translate critical business requirements into technical solutions, engaging with customer executives to architect software that addresses their most pressing challenges in banking
  • Drive high-stakes projects with CTO-level ownership, writing production-quality code while balancing multiple technical and business priorities across architecture, coding, and strategic planning
  • Architect and build end-to-end systems integrating AI models, backend APIs, and web applications while owning complete technical solutions from design through production deployment
  • Learn and drive engineering best practices

What you'll bring

  • A skillset at the intersection of software development, business strategy and customer engagement
  • 1-6+ years of experience in software engineering
  • Proven track record of translating complex technical concepts into clear business value propositions with measurable outcomes
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with experience driving initiatives from concept to execution
  • Solid understanding of modern programming languages and (AI) frameworks (e.g., React, TypeScript, Next.js, Python, LangChain, Vercel AI-SDK, etc.)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a knack for innovative thinking
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team spirit

What you'll get

  • Impact & Ownership: A unique opportunity to shape the future of banking through AI, owning end-to-end product initiatives
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a talented and passionate team that values continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
  • Competitive Compensation: Includes salary, benefits, and potential equity in a fast-growing startup
  • Professional Growth: Access to resources and mentorship to expand your skill set, influence strategy, and accelerate your career
  • Culture of Innovation: We encourage risk-taking, learning from failures, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in fintech
Skills
ReactTypeScriptNext.jsPythonLangChainVercel AI SDKSoftware EngineeringBackend APIsAI ModelsWeb Applications
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